#2F170C

#2F170C

Color Values

HEX

#2F170C

RGB

47, 23, 12

HSL

18.9, 59.3%, 11.6%

HSV

18.9, 74.5%, 18.4%

CMYK

0.0%, 51.1%, 74.5%, 81.6%

OKLCH

0.2357 0.0435 44.7

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: #2F170C;
color: #2F170C;
border-color: #2F170C;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 950 #422006

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

16.82:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

1.25:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #2F170C?

RGB(47, 23, 12) · HSL(18.9, 59.3%, 11.6%) · CMYK(0.0%, 51.1%, 74.5%, 81.6%)

Does #2F170C meet WCAG contrast on white?

16.82:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #2F170C?

Use FFFFFF text on a #2F170C background; contrast on black is 1.25:1.