#100C0B

#100C0B

Color Values

HEX

#100C0B

RGB

16, 12, 11

HSL

12.0, 18.5%, 5.3%

HSV

12.0, 31.2%, 6.3%

CMYK

0.0%, 25.0%, 31.3%, 93.7%

OKLCH

0.1591 0.0073 34.3

Properties

Color Psychology

Dark browns like chocolate and espresso project richness, indulgence, and masculine elegance. They carry the warmth of wood-paneled studies and aged leather, evoking comfort and established tradition. These deep tones suggest solidity, dependability, and mature sophistication.

Design Usage

Dark brown excels as a text color alternative to pure black, providing warmth and reducing visual harshness. It suits coffee roasters, chocolate brands, and heritage accessories with a tradition focus. Pair it with cream, gold, or burnt orange for a luxurious, warm-toned design system.

Color Harmonies

Color Blindness Simulation

CSS Usage

background-color: #100C0B;
color: #100C0B;
border-color: #100C0B;
Nearest Tailwind: Stone 950 #0C0A09

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

19.45:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

1.08:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #100C0B?

RGB(16, 12, 11) · HSL(12.0, 18.5%, 5.3%) · CMYK(0.0%, 25.0%, 31.3%, 93.7%)

Does #100C0B meet WCAG contrast on white?

19.45:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #100C0B?

Use FFFFFF text on a #100C0B background; contrast on black is 1.08:1.