#180E09

#180E09

Color Values

HEX

#180E09

RGB

24, 14, 9

HSL

20.0, 45.5%, 6.5%

HSV

20.0, 62.5%, 9.4%

CMYK

0.0%, 41.7%, 62.5%, 90.6%

OKLCH

0.1758 0.0199 47.7

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: #180E09;
color: #180E09;
border-color: #180E09;
Nearest Tailwind: Stone 950 #0C0A09

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

18.99:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

1.11:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #180E09?

RGB(24, 14, 9) · HSL(20.0, 45.5%, 6.5%) · CMYK(0.0%, 41.7%, 62.5%, 90.6%)

Does #180E09 meet WCAG contrast on white?

18.99:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #180E09?

Use FFFFFF text on a #180E09 background; contrast on black is 1.11:1.