#2D2926
- RGB
- 45, 41, 38
- Brightness
- 41.9
- HSL (°,%,%)
- 26°, 8%, 16%
- HSV V %
- 18%
- Lab
- 16.9, 1.2, 2.9
- CMYK (%)
- 0%, 9%, 16%, 82%
- PNG size
- 6.1 KB
- Tone / Feel
- very dark, muted warm hue
Recommended text: White (14.42:1 — AAA / AAA)
Color Profile: #2D2926
Common Name: Chocolate Brown
RGB: (45, 41, 38)
HSL: H: 18° S: 13% L: 16%
Contrast vs White: 2.4 (AA Pass)
Contrast vs Black: 9.7 (AA Pass)
Mood Blurb: This deep, earthy brown exudes sophistication and warmth, offering a timeless appeal that can lend elegance and boldness to any design. Often found in nature-inspired palettes, #2D2926 is the color of stability, offering a calm and grounded atmosphere.
Close Named Matches:
- Pantone Fashion Home Interiors: Meteorite #2C2929 (ΔE=2.15)
- Jotun Paint: Black #403E3B (ΔE=9.46)
- British Standard: Night #282B2F (ΔE=5.88)
- Benjamin Moore Paint: Bucktrout Brown #362E2C (ΔE=3.47)
- RAL Classic: Black Brown #3E3B3A (ΔE=8.36)
Why Designers Use It:
- This shade is widely used for creating elegant, warm, and grounded interiors. Its rich undertones make it a staple in luxury furniture, automotive design, and even tech devices, conveying durability and sophistication.
- Its connection with nature and earthy tones makes it an ideal choice for eco-friendly branding, particularly for companies promoting sustainability.
- The color is a favorite in design systems related to fashion, particularly for evening wear or premium accessories, where depth and refinement are desired.
- In terms of trends, dark browns like #2D2926 are experiencing a resurgence, as designers lean towards natural, muted palettes inspired by the natural world and vintage aesthetics.
Notable Uses: Often employed in automotive design, luxury packaging, and high-end interiors, #2D2926 is frequently seen in upscale products that value class and timelessness. It’s also found in construction and building finishes due to its elegant yet sturdy presence.