#2E271C

#2E271C

Overview

#2E271C is a warm, dark color. In RGB it is 46, 39, 28, in HSL 36.7°, 24.3%, 14.5%, and in CMYK 0.0%, 15.2%, 39.1%, 82.0%. The nearest named color is RAL 8014 Sepia Brown.

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Color Values

HEX

#2E271C

RGB

46, 39, 28

HSL

36.7, 24.3%, 14.5%

HSV

36.7, 39.1%, 18.0%

CMYK

0.0%, 15.2%, 39.1%, 82.0%

OKLCH

0.277 0.0218 78.9

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: #2E271C;
color: #2E271C;
border-color: #2E271C;
Nearest Tailwind: Stone 800 #292524

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

14.76:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

1.42:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #2E271C?

RGB(46, 39, 28) · HSL(36.7, 24.3%, 14.5%) · CMYK(0.0%, 15.2%, 39.1%, 82.0%)

Does #2E271C meet WCAG contrast on white?

14.76:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #2E271C?

Use FFFFFF text on a #2E271C background; contrast on black is 1.42:1.