#1A1509

#1A1509

Color Values

HEX

#1A1509

RGB

26, 21, 9

HSL

42.4, 48.6%, 6.9%

HSV

42.4, 65.4%, 10.2%

CMYK

0.0%, 19.2%, 65.4%, 89.8%

OKLCH

0.1981 0.0232 87.7

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: #1A1509;
color: #1A1509;
border-color: #1A1509;
Nearest Tailwind: Stone 900 #1C1917

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

18.18:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

1.16:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #1A1509?

RGB(26, 21, 9) · HSL(42.4, 48.6%, 6.9%) · CMYK(0.0%, 19.2%, 65.4%, 89.8%)

Does #1A1509 meet WCAG contrast on white?

18.18:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #1A1509?

Use FFFFFF text on a #1A1509 background; contrast on black is 1.16:1.