Coffee Bean

#290C0D

General Information about Coffee Bean (#290C0D)

The hexadecimal color #290C0D, often referred to as 'Coffee Bean', is a very dark, subdued shade of brown. It resides within the reddish-brown spectrum and conveys a sense of warmth, earthiness, and sophistication. In the RGB color model, it is composed of 16.08% red, 4.71% green, and 5.1% blue. This composition gives it a deep, rich tone reminiscent of roasted coffee beans, hence the name. The color's muted nature makes it suitable for applications where a subtle and understated presence is desired, contrasting with brighter, more vibrant hues. It can evoke feelings of comfort, stability, and naturalness, often found in designs aiming for a classic or rustic aesthetic. The color has a very dark tone.

The color #290C0D, also known as Coffee Bean, presents accessibility challenges, especially when used for text or interactive elements. Its low lightness value results in a poor contrast ratio against typical background colors like white. According to WCAG guidelines, a contrast ratio of at least 4.5:1 is required for normal text and 3:1 for large text to ensure readability for users with visual impairments. This dark hue is unlikely to meet these standards unless paired with a very light color. Web developers should carefully evaluate color pairings and consider providing alternative color schemes to accommodate users with different visual needs. Using a color contrast checker is crucial to verifying compliance with accessibility standards and creating an inclusive user experience. Furthermore, avoid using this color as the sole means of conveying information, such as in charts or graphs, to ensure accessibility for individuals with color blindness.

Shades

Digital Color Formats

RGB
41 12 13
RGB41 12 13
Red
Green
Blue
HSL
357.93 54.72% 10.39%
357.9354.7210.39HSL
Hue
Saturation
Lightness
HWB
357.93 4.71% 83.92%
357.934.7183.92HWB
Hue
Whiteness
Blackness
hex#290C0D
rgb41 12 13
hsl357.93 54.72% 10.39%
cmyk0% 70.73% 68.29% 83.92%
hwb357.93 4.71% 83.92%
xyz-d650.01 0.01 0
oklch0.2028 0.0487 20.36
oklab0.2028 0.05 0.02
CMYK
0% 70.73% 68.29% 83.92%
070.7368.2983.92CMYK
Cyan
Magenta
Yellow
Key
XYZ-d65
0.01 0.01 0
0.010.010XYZ
X
Y
Z
OKLCH
0.2028 0.0487 20.36
0.20280.048720.36LCH
Lightness
Chroma
Hue
OKLAB
0.2028 0.05 0.02
0.20280.050.02LAB
Lightness
Green–Red
Blue–Yellow

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