#261A14

#261A14

Color Values

HEX

#261A14

RGB

38, 26, 20

HSL

20.0, 31.0%, 11.4%

HSV

20.0, 47.4%, 14.9%

CMYK

0.0%, 31.6%, 47.4%, 85.1%

OKLCH

0.2309 0.0223 47.7

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: #261A14;
color: #261A14;
border-color: #261A14;
Nearest Tailwind: Stone 900 #1C1917

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

16.93:1

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 #261A14?

RGB(38, 26, 20) · HSL(20.0, 31.0%, 11.4%) · CMYK(0.0%, 31.6%, 47.4%, 85.1%)

Does #261A14 meet WCAG contrast on white?

16.93:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #261A14?

Use FFFFFF text on a #261A14 background; contrast on black is 1.24:1.