#1B1108

#1B1108

Color Values

HEX

#1B1108

RGB

27, 17, 8

HSL

28.4, 54.3%, 6.9%

HSV

28.4, 70.4%, 10.6%

CMYK

0.0%, 37.0%, 70.4%, 89.4%

OKLCH

0.1882 0.0238 63.0

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: #1B1108;
color: #1B1108;
border-color: #1B1108;
Nearest Tailwind: Stone 900 #1C1917

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

18.58:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

1.13:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #1B1108?

RGB(27, 17, 8) · HSL(28.4, 54.3%, 6.9%) · CMYK(0.0%, 37.0%, 70.4%, 89.4%)

Does #1B1108 meet WCAG contrast on white?

18.58:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #1B1108?

Use FFFFFF text on a #1B1108 background; contrast on black is 1.13:1.