#281609

#281609

Color Values

HEX

#281609

RGB

40, 22, 9

HSL

25.2, 63.3%, 9.6%

HSV

25.2, 77.5%, 15.7%

CMYK

0.0%, 45.0%, 77.5%, 84.3%

OKLCH

0.2214 0.037 55.4

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: #281609;
color: #281609;
border-color: #281609;
Nearest Tailwind: Stone 900 #1C1917

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

17.37:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

1.21:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #281609?

RGB(40, 22, 9) · HSL(25.2, 63.3%, 9.6%) · CMYK(0.0%, 45.0%, 77.5%, 84.3%)

Does #281609 meet WCAG contrast on white?

17.37:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #281609?

Use FFFFFF text on a #281609 background; contrast on black is 1.21:1.