Onion

General Information about #2D2900

#2D2900 is a dark, muted shade of yellow-brown, often described as 'Onion' due to its resemblance to the color of dried onions. Hexadecimal color code #2D2900 is composed of 17.6% red, 16.1% green and 0% blue. In the RGB color model, #2D2900 has decimal values of 45 for red, 41 for green, and 0 for blue. When converted to the CMYK color model, #2D2900 is made up of 0% cyan, 9% magenta, 100% yellow and 82.4% black. Its dark nature contributes to a sense of seriousness and stability. It is not a color typically associated with vibrancy or excitement, but it can be seen as dependable and grounding, especially when used in combination with other earth tones.

The color #2D2900, being a very dark shade of yellow, presents significant accessibility challenges, especially when used as a text color. Its low luminance results in very poor contrast against common background colors like white, making it difficult for users, particularly those with visual impairments, to read the text. According to WCAG guidelines, a contrast ratio of at least 4.5:1 is recommended for normal text and 3:1 for large text. This color is unlikely to meet these ratios with light backgrounds, potentially excluding users. If used for interactive elements such as buttons or links, sufficient contrast is crucial for users to identify and interact with them. Therefore, it's advisable to avoid using #2D2900 for text or interactive elements unless paired with a very light background color that provides adequate contrast. Consider lighter shades or alternative colors to ensure content accessibility.

Shades

Digital Color Formats

Alternative colors

Applications

• Web Design Accent

  In web design, #2D2900 can be utilized sparingly as an accent color for backgrounds or borders to evoke a sense of earthiness or antiquity. However, due to its low contrast, it should not be used for text or interactive elements. For example, it can add a subtle, rustic touch to a website's footer or header, or be applied as a thin border to visually separate content sections, creating a subtle impression without compromising readability.

• Mural/Artwork Accent

  In interior design, #2D2900 could be incorporated as a component within a complex earth-toned mural or artwork. Its somber and dark nature makes it unsuited as a primary paint color, but as a color present in very small amounts, it can contribute to the piece, particularly when creating a sense of depth or shadow. The application of this dark color should be extremely limited.

• Textile Base Color

  In fashion, #2D2900 could serve as a base color for textile designs that are then printed or woven with brighter accent colors. This would work best with natural, durable materials. The base would serve as a contrast to the lighter colors, and provide a sense of sturdiness and reliability.

Complementary color

Buttons