#1C0F09

#1C0F09

Color Values

HEX

#1C0F09

RGB

28, 15, 9

HSL

18.9, 51.4%, 7.3%

HSV

18.9, 67.9%, 11.0%

CMYK

0.0%, 46.4%, 67.9%, 89.0%

OKLCH

0.1848 0.0252 45.6

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: #1C0F09;
color: #1C0F09;
border-color: #1C0F09;
Nearest Tailwind: Stone 900 #1C1917

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

18.72:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

1.12:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #1C0F09?

RGB(28, 15, 9) · HSL(18.9, 51.4%, 7.3%) · CMYK(0.0%, 46.4%, 67.9%, 89.0%)

Does #1C0F09 meet WCAG contrast on white?

18.72:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #1C0F09?

Use FFFFFF text on a #1C0F09 background; contrast on black is 1.12:1.