#26231E

#26231E

Color Values

HEX

#26231E

RGB

38, 35, 30

HSL

37.5, 11.8%, 13.3%

HSV

37.5, 21.1%, 14.9%

CMYK

0.0%, 7.9%, 21.1%, 85.1%

OKLCH

0.2577 0.0102 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: #26231E;
color: #26231E;
border-color: #26231E;
Nearest Tailwind: Stone 800 #292524

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

15.65:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

1.34:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #26231E?

RGB(38, 35, 30) · HSL(37.5, 11.8%, 13.3%) · CMYK(0.0%, 7.9%, 21.1%, 85.1%)

Does #26231E meet WCAG contrast on white?

15.65:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #26231E?

Use FFFFFF text on a #26231E background; contrast on black is 1.34:1.