#2E2520

#2E2520

Overview

#2E2520 is a warm, dark color. In RGB it is 46, 37, 32, in HSL 21.4°, 17.9%, 15.3%, and in CMYK 0.0%, 19.6%, 30.4%, 82.0%. The nearest named color is RAL 6022 Olive Drab.

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Color Values

HEX

#2E2520

RGB

46, 37, 32

HSL

21.4, 17.9%, 15.3%

HSV

21.4, 30.4%, 18.0%

CMYK

0.0%, 19.6%, 30.4%, 82.0%

OKLCH

0.273 0.0164 50.7

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: #2E2520;
color: #2E2520;
border-color: #2E2520;
Nearest Tailwind: Stone 800 #292524

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

14.98:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

1.4:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #2E2520?

RGB(46, 37, 32) · HSL(21.4, 17.9%, 15.3%) · CMYK(0.0%, 19.6%, 30.4%, 82.0%)

Does #2E2520 meet WCAG contrast on white?

14.98:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #2E2520?

Use FFFFFF text on a #2E2520 background; contrast on black is 1.4:1.