#1C1309

#1C1309

Overview

#1C1309 is a warm, dark color. In RGB it is 28, 19, 9, in HSL 31.6°, 51.4%, 7.3%, and in CMYK 0.0%, 32.1%, 67.9%, 89.0%. The nearest named color is RAL 6022 Olive Drab.

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Color Values

HEX

#1C1309

RGB

28, 19, 9

HSL

31.6, 51.4%, 7.3%

HSV

31.6, 67.9%, 11.0%

CMYK

0.0%, 32.1%, 67.9%, 89.0%

OKLCH

0.1953 0.0236 68.7

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: #1C1309;
color: #1C1309;
border-color: #1C1309;
Nearest Tailwind: Stone 900 #1C1917

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

18.32:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

1.15:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #1C1309?

RGB(28, 19, 9) · HSL(31.6, 51.4%, 7.3%) · CMYK(0.0%, 32.1%, 67.9%, 89.0%)

Does #1C1309 meet WCAG contrast on white?

18.32:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #1C1309?

Use FFFFFF text on a #1C1309 background; contrast on black is 1.15:1.