#321B16

#321B16

Color Values

HEX

#321B16

RGB

50, 27, 22

HSL

10.7, 38.9%, 14.1%

HSV

10.7, 56.0%, 19.6%

CMYK

0.0%, 46.0%, 56.0%, 80.4%

OKLCH

0.2518 0.0381 33.0

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: #321B16;
color: #321B16;
border-color: #321B16;
Nearest Tailwind: Stone 800 #292524

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

16.1:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

1.3:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #321B16?

RGB(50, 27, 22) · HSL(10.7, 38.9%, 14.1%) · CMYK(0.0%, 46.0%, 56.0%, 80.4%)

Does #321B16 meet WCAG contrast on white?

16.1:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #321B16?

Use FFFFFF text on a #321B16 background; contrast on black is 1.3:1.