#261C0A

#261C0A

Overview

#261C0A is a warm, dark color. In RGB it is 38, 28, 10, in HSL 38.6°, 58.3%, 9.4%, and in CMYK 0.0%, 26.3%, 73.7%, 85.1%. The nearest named color is RAL 6022 Olive Drab.

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Color Values

HEX

#261C0A

RGB

38, 28, 10

HSL

38.6, 58.3%, 9.4%

HSV

38.6, 73.7%, 14.9%

CMYK

0.0%, 26.3%, 73.7%, 85.1%

OKLCH

0.2338 0.0337 80.6

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: #261C0A;
color: #261C0A;
border-color: #261C0A;
Nearest Tailwind: Stone 900 #1C1917

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

16.76:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

1.25:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #261C0A?

RGB(38, 28, 10) · HSL(38.6, 58.3%, 9.4%) · CMYK(0.0%, 26.3%, 73.7%, 85.1%)

Does #261C0A meet WCAG contrast on white?

16.76:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #261C0A?

Use FFFFFF text on a #261C0A background; contrast on black is 1.25:1.