#1C1911

#1C1911

Overview

#1C1911 is a warm, dark color. In RGB it is 28, 25, 17, in HSL 43.6°, 24.4%, 8.8%, and in CMYK 0.0%, 10.7%, 39.3%, 89.0%. The nearest named color is RAL 6022 Olive Drab.

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Color Values

HEX

#1C1911

RGB

28, 25, 17

HSL

43.6, 24.4%, 8.8%

HSV

43.6, 39.3%, 11.0%

CMYK

0.0%, 10.7%, 39.3%, 89.0%

OKLCH

0.2141 0.0156 89.9

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: #1C1911;
color: #1C1911;
border-color: #1C1911;
Nearest Tailwind: Stone 900 #1C1917

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

17.55:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

1.2:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #1C1911?

RGB(28, 25, 17) · HSL(43.6, 24.4%, 8.8%) · CMYK(0.0%, 10.7%, 39.3%, 89.0%)

Does #1C1911 meet WCAG contrast on white?

17.55:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #1C1911?

Use FFFFFF text on a #1C1911 background; contrast on black is 1.2:1.