#261208

#261208

Color Values

HEX

#261208

RGB

38, 18, 8

HSL

20.0, 65.2%, 9.0%

HSV

20.0, 78.9%, 14.9%

CMYK

0.0%, 52.6%, 78.9%, 85.1%

OKLCH

0.2085 0.038 46.8

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: #261208;
color: #261208;
border-color: #261208;
Nearest Tailwind: Stone 900 #1C1917

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

17.91:1

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 #261208?

RGB(38, 18, 8) · HSL(20.0, 65.2%, 9.0%) · CMYK(0.0%, 52.6%, 78.9%, 85.1%)

Does #261208 meet WCAG contrast on white?

17.91:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #261208?

Use FFFFFF text on a #261208 background; contrast on black is 1.17:1.