#280F08

#280F08

Color Values

HEX

#280F08

RGB

40, 15, 8

HSL

13.1, 66.7%, 9.4%

HSV

13.1, 80.0%, 15.7%

CMYK

0.0%, 62.5%, 80.0%, 84.3%

OKLCH

0.2055 0.0443 36.8

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: #280F08;
color: #280F08;
border-color: #280F08;
Nearest Tailwind: Stone 900 #1C1917

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

18.07:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

1.16:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #280F08?

RGB(40, 15, 8) · HSL(13.1, 66.7%, 9.4%) · CMYK(0.0%, 62.5%, 80.0%, 84.3%)

Does #280F08 meet WCAG contrast on white?

18.07:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #280F08?

Use FFFFFF text on a #280F08 background; contrast on black is 1.16:1.