#1C1609

#1C1609

Color Values

HEX

#1C1609

RGB

28, 22, 9

HSL

41.1, 51.4%, 7.3%

HSV

41.1, 67.9%, 11.0%

CMYK

0.0%, 21.4%, 67.9%, 89.0%

OKLCH

0.2036 0.0251 85.5

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: #1C1609;
color: #1C1609;
border-color: #1C1609;
Nearest Tailwind: Stone 900 #1C1917

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

17.98:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

1.17:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #1C1609?

RGB(28, 22, 9) · HSL(41.1, 51.4%, 7.3%) · CMYK(0.0%, 21.4%, 67.9%, 89.0%)

Does #1C1609 meet WCAG contrast on white?

17.98:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #1C1609?

Use FFFFFF text on a #1C1609 background; contrast on black is 1.17:1.