#1F1C16

#1F1C16

Color Values

HEX

#1F1C16

RGB

31, 28, 22

HSL

40.0, 17.0%, 10.4%

HSV

40.0, 29.0%, 12.2%

CMYK

0.0%, 9.7%, 29.0%, 87.8%

OKLCH

0.2277 0.0121 84.6

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: #1F1C16;
color: #1F1C16;
border-color: #1F1C16;
Nearest Tailwind: Stone 900 #1C1917

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

16.99:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

1.24:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #1F1C16?

RGB(31, 28, 22) · HSL(40.0, 17.0%, 10.4%) · CMYK(0.0%, 9.7%, 29.0%, 87.8%)

Does #1F1C16 meet WCAG contrast on white?

16.99:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #1F1C16?

Use FFFFFF text on a #1F1C16 background; contrast on black is 1.24:1.