#1B0C08

#1B0C08

Color Values

HEX

#1B0C08

RGB

27, 12, 8

HSL

12.6, 54.3%, 6.9%

HSV

12.6, 70.4%, 10.6%

CMYK

0.0%, 55.6%, 70.4%, 89.4%

OKLCH

0.1754 0.0276 36.2

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: #1B0C08;
color: #1B0C08;
border-color: #1B0C08;
Nearest Tailwind: Stone 950 #0C0A09

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

19.04:1

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 #1B0C08?

RGB(27, 12, 8) · HSL(12.6, 54.3%, 6.9%) · CMYK(0.0%, 55.6%, 70.4%, 89.4%)

Does #1B0C08 meet WCAG contrast on white?

19.04:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #1B0C08?

Use FFFFFF text on a #1B0C08 background; contrast on black is 1.1:1.