#261A13

#261A13

Color Values

HEX

#261A13

RGB

38, 26, 19

HSL

22.1, 33.3%, 11.2%

HSV

22.1, 50.0%, 14.9%

CMYK

0.0%, 31.6%, 50.0%, 85.1%

OKLCH

0.2306 0.0232 51.5

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: #261A13;
color: #261A13;
border-color: #261A13;
Nearest Tailwind: Stone 900 #1C1917

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

16.94:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

1.24:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #261A13?

RGB(38, 26, 19) · HSL(22.1, 33.3%, 11.2%) · CMYK(0.0%, 31.6%, 50.0%, 85.1%)

Does #261A13 meet WCAG contrast on white?

16.94:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #261A13?

Use FFFFFF text on a #261A13 background; contrast on black is 1.24:1.