#1C1406

#1C1406

Overview

#1C1406 is a warm, dark color. In RGB it is 28, 20, 6, in HSL 38.2°, 64.7%, 6.7%, and in CMYK 0.0%, 28.6%, 78.6%, 89.0%. The nearest named color is RAL 6022 Olive Drab.

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Color Values

HEX

#1C1406

RGB

28, 20, 6

HSL

38.2, 64.7%, 6.7%

HSV

38.2, 78.6%, 11.0%

CMYK

0.0%, 28.6%, 78.6%, 89.0%

OKLCH

0.1973 0.0284 80.9

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: #1C1406;
color: #1C1406;
border-color: #1C1406;
Nearest Tailwind: Stone 900 #1C1917

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

18.23:1

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 #1C1406?

RGB(28, 20, 6) · HSL(38.2, 64.7%, 6.7%) · CMYK(0.0%, 28.6%, 78.6%, 89.0%)

Does #1C1406 meet WCAG contrast on white?

18.23:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #1C1406?

Use FFFFFF text on a #1C1406 background; contrast on black is 1.15:1.