#2E250B

#2E250B

Overview

#2E250B is a warm, dark color. In RGB it is 46, 37, 11, in HSL 44.6°, 61.4%, 11.2%, and in CMYK 0.0%, 19.6%, 76.1%, 82.0%. The nearest named color is RAL 8014 Sepia Brown.

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Color Values

HEX

#2E250B

RGB

46, 37, 11

HSL

44.6, 61.4%, 11.2%

HSV

44.6, 76.1%, 18.0%

CMYK

0.0%, 19.6%, 76.1%, 82.0%

OKLCH

0.2683 0.0425 90.1

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: #2E250B;
color: #2E250B;
border-color: #2E250B;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 950 #422006

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

15.16:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

1.39:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #2E250B?

RGB(46, 37, 11) · HSL(44.6, 61.4%, 11.2%) · CMYK(0.0%, 19.6%, 76.1%, 82.0%)

Does #2E250B meet WCAG contrast on white?

15.16:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #2E250B?

Use FFFFFF text on a #2E250B background; contrast on black is 1.39:1.