#1A170F

#1A170F

Color Values

HEX

#1A170F

RGB

26, 23, 15

HSL

43.6, 26.8%, 8.0%

HSV

43.6, 42.3%, 10.2%

CMYK

0.0%, 11.5%, 42.3%, 89.8%

OKLCH

0.2054 0.0157 89.9

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: #1A170F;
color: #1A170F;
border-color: #1A170F;
Nearest Tailwind: Stone 900 #1C1917

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

17.9:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

1.17:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #1A170F?

RGB(26, 23, 15) · HSL(43.6, 26.8%, 8.0%) · CMYK(0.0%, 11.5%, 42.3%, 89.8%)

Does #1A170F meet WCAG contrast on white?

17.9:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #1A170F?

Use FFFFFF text on a #1A170F background; contrast on black is 1.17:1.