#261B09

#261B09

Color Values

HEX

#261B09

RGB

38, 27, 9

HSL

37.2, 61.7%, 9.2%

HSV

37.2, 76.3%, 14.9%

CMYK

0.0%, 28.9%, 76.3%, 85.1%

OKLCH

0.231 0.0344 78.0

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: #261B09;
color: #261B09;
border-color: #261B09;
Nearest Tailwind: Stone 900 #1C1917

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

16.89:1

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 #261B09?

RGB(38, 27, 9) · HSL(37.2, 61.7%, 9.2%) · CMYK(0.0%, 28.9%, 76.3%, 85.1%)

Does #261B09 meet WCAG contrast on white?

16.89:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #261B09?

Use FFFFFF text on a #261B09 background; contrast on black is 1.24:1.