#261109

#261109

Color Values

HEX

#261109

RGB

38, 17, 9

HSL

16.6, 61.7%, 9.2%

HSV

16.6, 76.3%, 14.9%

CMYK

0.0%, 55.3%, 76.3%, 85.1%

OKLCH

0.2064 0.0383 41.4

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: #261109;
color: #261109;
border-color: #261109;
Nearest Tailwind: Stone 900 #1C1917

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

18.0:1

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 #261109?

RGB(38, 17, 9) · HSL(16.6, 61.7%, 9.2%) · CMYK(0.0%, 55.3%, 76.3%, 85.1%)

Does #261109 meet WCAG contrast on white?

18.0:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #261109?

Use FFFFFF text on a #261109 background; contrast on black is 1.17:1.