#2F221B

#2F221B

Color Values

HEX

#2F221B

RGB

47, 34, 27

HSL

21.0, 27.0%, 14.5%

HSV

21.0, 42.6%, 18.4%

CMYK

0.0%, 27.7%, 42.6%, 81.6%

OKLCH

0.2653 0.0237 49.6

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: #2F221B;
color: #2F221B;
border-color: #2F221B;
Nearest Tailwind: Stone 800 #292524

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

15.38:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

1.37:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #2F221B?

RGB(47, 34, 27) · HSL(21.0, 27.0%, 14.5%) · CMYK(0.0%, 27.7%, 42.6%, 81.6%)

Does #2F221B meet WCAG contrast on white?

15.38:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #2F221B?

Use FFFFFF text on a #2F221B background; contrast on black is 1.37:1.