#261309

#261309

Color Values

HEX

#261309

RGB

38, 19, 9

HSL

20.7, 61.7%, 9.2%

HSV

20.7, 76.3%, 14.9%

CMYK

0.0%, 50.0%, 76.3%, 85.1%

OKLCH

0.211 0.0364 47.8

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: #261309;
color: #261309;
border-color: #261309;
Nearest Tailwind: Stone 900 #1C1917

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

17.8:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

1.18:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #261309?

RGB(38, 19, 9) · HSL(20.7, 61.7%, 9.2%) · CMYK(0.0%, 50.0%, 76.3%, 85.1%)

Does #261309 meet WCAG contrast on white?

17.8:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #261309?

Use FFFFFF text on a #261309 background; contrast on black is 1.18:1.