#1D1513

#1D1513

Color Values

HEX

#1D1513

RGB

29, 21, 19

HSL

12.0, 20.8%, 9.4%

HSV

12.0, 34.5%, 11.4%

CMYK

0.0%, 27.6%, 34.5%, 88.6%

OKLCH

0.205 0.0138 34.4

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: #1D1513;
color: #1D1513;
border-color: #1D1513;
Nearest Tailwind: Stone 900 #1C1917

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

17.97:1

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 #1D1513?

RGB(29, 21, 19) · HSL(12.0, 20.8%, 9.4%) · CMYK(0.0%, 27.6%, 34.5%, 88.6%)

Does #1D1513 meet WCAG contrast on white?

17.97:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #1D1513?

Use FFFFFF text on a #1D1513 background; contrast on black is 1.17:1.