#2E2B25

#2E2B25

Color Values

HEX

#2E2B25

RGB

46, 43, 37

HSL

40.0, 10.8%, 16.3%

HSV

40.0, 19.6%, 18.0%

CMYK

0.0%, 6.5%, 19.6%, 82.0%

OKLCH

0.2902 0.0115 84.6

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: #2E2B25;
color: #2E2B25;
border-color: #2E2B25;
Nearest Tailwind: Stone 800 #292524

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

14.11:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

1.49:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #2E2B25?

RGB(46, 43, 37) · HSL(40.0, 10.8%, 16.3%) · CMYK(0.0%, 6.5%, 19.6%, 82.0%)

Does #2E2B25 meet WCAG contrast on white?

14.11:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #2E2B25?

Use FFFFFF text on a #2E2B25 background; contrast on black is 1.49:1.