#2E1E09

#2E1E09

Color Values

HEX

#2E1E09

RGB

46, 30, 9

HSL

34.1, 67.3%, 10.8%

HSV

34.1, 80.4%, 18.0%

CMYK

0.0%, 34.8%, 80.4%, 82.0%

OKLCH

0.2501 0.0414 71.2

Properties

Color Psychology

Dark browns like chocolate and espresso project richness, indulgence, and masculine elegance. They carry the warmth of wood-paneled studies and aged leather, evoking comfort and established tradition. These deep tones suggest solidity, dependability, and mature sophistication.

Design Usage

Dark brown excels as a text color alternative to pure black, providing warmth and reducing visual harshness. It suits coffee roasters, chocolate brands, and heritage accessories with a tradition focus. Pair it with cream, gold, or burnt orange for a luxurious, warm-toned design system.

Color Harmonies

Color Blindness Simulation

CSS Usage

background-color: #2E1E09;
color: #2E1E09;
border-color: #2E1E09;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 950 #422006

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

16.08:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

1.31:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #2E1E09?

RGB(46, 30, 9) · HSL(34.1, 67.3%, 10.8%) · CMYK(0.0%, 34.8%, 80.4%, 82.0%)

Does #2E1E09 meet WCAG contrast on white?

16.08:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #2E1E09?

Use FFFFFF text on a #2E1E09 background; contrast on black is 1.31:1.