Back to all colors

Espresso

#2C151D

A deep, muted espresso — sophisticated balance of hue and saturation that conveys composure and subtle refinement, well-suited to modern, minimalist design.

Psychology

Gray is the connective tissue of interface design — neutral, balanced, and quiet. It supports without competing.

Meaning

Sophistication, neutrality, and restraint. Warm grays feel inviting; cool grays feel modern and technical.

Applications

Essential for backgrounds, borders, dividers, and secondary text in product UIs. Build a 9–11 step gray ramp early in any design system.

Conversion

HEX
2C151D
RGB
44, 21, 29
HSL
339, 35%, 13%
HSB
339, 52%, 17%
CMYK
0, 52, 34, 83
LAB
10, 13, 0
LCH
10, 13, 359
OKLCH
0.23, 0.04, 358
XYZ
2, 1, 1
LUV
10, 9, -2
HWB
339, 8%, 83%
Pantone
Black C

Harmonies

Analogous
Complementary
Split Complementary
Triadic
Tetradic
Square

Shades & tints

Similar named colors

Browse every named black on shades of black, or all families on colors.