#1A0C09

#1A0C09

Overview

#1A0C09 is a warm, dark color. In RGB it is 26, 12, 9, in HSL 10.6°, 48.6%, 6.9%, and in CMYK 0.0%, 53.8%, 65.4%, 89.8%. The nearest named color is RAL 9005 Jet Black.

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Color Values

HEX

#1A0C09

RGB

26, 12, 9

HSL

10.6, 48.6%, 6.9%

HSV

10.6, 65.4%, 10.2%

CMYK

0.0%, 53.8%, 65.4%, 89.8%

OKLCH

0.174 0.0254 32.9

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: #1A0C09;
color: #1A0C09;
border-color: #1A0C09;
Nearest Tailwind: Stone 950 #0C0A09

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

19.08:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

1.1:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #1A0C09?

RGB(26, 12, 9) · HSL(10.6, 48.6%, 6.9%) · CMYK(0.0%, 53.8%, 65.4%, 89.8%)

Does #1A0C09 meet WCAG contrast on white?

19.08:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #1A0C09?

Use FFFFFF text on a #1A0C09 background; contrast on black is 1.1:1.