#140D09

#140D09

Color Values

HEX

#140D09

RGB

20, 13, 9

HSL

21.8, 37.9%, 5.7%

HSV

21.8, 55.0%, 7.8%

CMYK

0.0%, 35.0%, 55.0%, 92.2%

OKLCH

0.167 0.0146 51.3

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: #140D09;
color: #140D09;
border-color: #140D09;
Nearest Tailwind: Stone 950 #0C0A09

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

19.24:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

1.09:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #140D09?

RGB(20, 13, 9) · HSL(21.8, 37.9%, 5.7%) · CMYK(0.0%, 35.0%, 55.0%, 92.2%)

Does #140D09 meet WCAG contrast on white?

19.24:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #140D09?

Use FFFFFF text on a #140D09 background; contrast on black is 1.09:1.