#281908

#281908

Color Values

HEX

#281908

RGB

40, 25, 8

HSL

31.9, 66.7%, 9.4%

HSV

31.9, 80.0%, 15.7%

CMYK

0.0%, 37.5%, 80.0%, 84.3%

OKLCH

0.2286 0.037 67.7

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: #281908;
color: #281908;
border-color: #281908;
Nearest Tailwind: Stone 900 #1C1917

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

17.03:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

1.23:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #281908?

RGB(40, 25, 8) · HSL(31.9, 66.7%, 9.4%) · CMYK(0.0%, 37.5%, 80.0%, 84.3%)

Does #281908 meet WCAG contrast on white?

17.03:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #281908?

Use FFFFFF text on a #281908 background; contrast on black is 1.23:1.