#2E261F

#2E261F

Color Values

HEX

#2E261F

RGB

46, 38, 31

HSL

28.0, 19.5%, 15.1%

HSV

28.0, 32.6%, 18.0%

CMYK

0.0%, 17.4%, 32.6%, 82.0%

OKLCH

0.2753 0.0173 63.2

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: #2E261F;
color: #2E261F;
border-color: #2E261F;
Nearest Tailwind: Stone 800 #292524

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

14.86:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

1.41:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #2E261F?

RGB(46, 38, 31) · HSL(28.0, 19.5%, 15.1%) · CMYK(0.0%, 17.4%, 32.6%, 82.0%)

Does #2E261F meet WCAG contrast on white?

14.86:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #2E261F?

Use FFFFFF text on a #2E261F background; contrast on black is 1.41:1.