Cocoa Brown

#2B1B25

General Information about #2B1B25

The hexadecimal color code #2B1B25 represents a dark shade of brown, often described as cocoa brown or dark taupe. It's composed of 17.1% red, 10.6% green, and 14.5% blue. In the RGB color space, it is located closer to black which explains the colors muted appearance. In the world of color theory, #2B1B25 evokes feelings of stability, warmth, and earthiness. This color is often associated with natural elements, making it a popular choice for designs aiming to create a comforting and grounded atmosphere. It is also used to represent seriousness and elegance, making it fitting for projects requiring a touch of sophistication.

The color #2B1B25, a deep cocoa brown, presents several accessibility challenges, particularly regarding color contrast. When used as text against a white background, it may not meet the WCAG (Web Content Accessibility Guidelines) standards for sufficient contrast, making it difficult for users with visual impairments to read. A contrast ratio of at least 4.5:1 is recommended for normal text and 3:1 for large text. This color might necessitate using a lighter background or a significantly lighter text color to ensure readability. Additionally, avoid using this color as the sole indicator for interactive elements, as users who are colorblind may not be able to distinguish them. Providing alternative cues, such as underlines or icons, can improve accessibility for all users.

Shades

Digital Color Formats

RGB
43 27 37
RGB43 27 37
Red
Green
Blue
HSL
322.5 22.86% 13.73%
322.522.8613.73HSL
Hue
Saturation
Lightness
HWB
322.5 10.59% 83.14%
322.510.5983.14HWB
Hue
Whiteness
Blackness
hex#2B1B25
rgb43 27 37
hsl322.5 22.86% 13.73%
cmyk0% 37.21% 13.95% 83.14%
hwb322.5 10.59% 83.14%
xyz-d650.02 0.01 0.02
oklch0.2467 0.0305 341.56
oklab0.2467 0.03 -0.01
CMYK
0% 37.21% 13.95% 83.14%
037.2113.9583.14CMYK
Cyan
Magenta
Yellow
Key
XYZ-d65
0.02 0.01 0.02
0.020.010.02XYZ
X
Y
Z
OKLCH
0.2467 0.0305 341.56
0.24670.0305341.56LCH
Lightness
Chroma
Hue
OKLAB
0.2467 0.03 -0.01
0.24670.03-0.01LAB
Lightness
Green–Red
Blue–Yellow

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