#261F1B

#261F1B

Color Values

HEX

#261F1B

RGB

38, 31, 27

HSL

21.8, 16.9%, 12.7%

HSV

21.8, 28.9%, 14.9%

CMYK

0.0%, 18.4%, 28.9%, 85.1%

OKLCH

0.246 0.0132 51.6

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: #261F1B;
color: #261F1B;
border-color: #261F1B;
Nearest Tailwind: Stone 800 #292524

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

16.23:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

1.29:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #261F1B?

RGB(38, 31, 27) · HSL(21.8, 16.9%, 12.7%) · CMYK(0.0%, 18.4%, 28.9%, 85.1%)

Does #261F1B meet WCAG contrast on white?

16.23:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #261F1B?

Use FFFFFF text on a #261F1B background; contrast on black is 1.29:1.