#1B1509

#1B1509

Overview

#1B1509 is a warm, dark color. In RGB it is 27, 21, 9, in HSL 40.0°, 50.0%, 7.1%, and in CMYK 0.0%, 22.2%, 66.7%, 89.4%. The nearest named color is RAL 6022 Olive Drab.

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Color Values

HEX

#1B1509

RGB

27, 21, 9

HSL

40.0, 50.0%, 7.1%

HSV

40.0, 66.7%, 10.6%

CMYK

0.0%, 22.2%, 66.7%, 89.4%

OKLCH

0.1994 0.0237 83.9

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: #1B1509;
color: #1B1509;
border-color: #1B1509;
Nearest Tailwind: Stone 900 #1C1917

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

18.14:1

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 #1B1509?

RGB(27, 21, 9) · HSL(40.0, 50.0%, 7.1%) · CMYK(0.0%, 22.2%, 66.7%, 89.4%)

Does #1B1509 meet WCAG contrast on white?

18.14:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #1B1509?

Use FFFFFF text on a #1B1509 background; contrast on black is 1.16:1.