#261A08

#261A08

Color Values

HEX

#261A08

RGB

38, 26, 8

HSL

36.0, 65.2%, 9.0%

HSV

36.0, 78.9%, 14.9%

CMYK

0.0%, 31.6%, 78.9%, 85.1%

OKLCH

0.2282 0.0353 75.6

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: #261A08;
color: #261A08;
border-color: #261A08;
Nearest Tailwind: Stone 900 #1C1917

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

17.02:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

1.23:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #261A08?

RGB(38, 26, 8) · HSL(36.0, 65.2%, 9.0%) · CMYK(0.0%, 31.6%, 78.9%, 85.1%)

Does #261A08 meet WCAG contrast on white?

17.02:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #261A08?

Use FFFFFF text on a #261A08 background; contrast on black is 1.23:1.