#260F09

#260F09

Color Values

HEX

#260F09

RGB

38, 15, 9

HSL

12.4, 61.7%, 9.2%

HSV

12.4, 76.3%, 14.9%

CMYK

0.0%, 60.5%, 76.3%, 85.1%

OKLCH

0.2021 0.0407 35.7

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: #260F09;
color: #260F09;
border-color: #260F09;
Nearest Tailwind: Stone 900 #1C1917

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

18.19:1

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 #260F09?

RGB(38, 15, 9) · HSL(12.4, 61.7%, 9.2%) · CMYK(0.0%, 60.5%, 76.3%, 85.1%)

Does #260F09 meet WCAG contrast on white?

18.19:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #260F09?

Use FFFFFF text on a #260F09 background; contrast on black is 1.15:1.