#281A0E

#281A0E

Overview

#281A0E is a warm, dark color. In RGB it is 40, 26, 14, in HSL 27.7°, 48.1%, 10.6%, and in CMYK 0.0%, 35.0%, 65.0%, 84.3%. The nearest named color is RAL 6022 Olive Drab.

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Color Values

HEX

#281A0E

RGB

40, 26, 14

HSL

27.7, 48.1%, 10.6%

HSV

27.7, 65.0%, 15.7%

CMYK

0.0%, 35.0%, 65.0%, 84.3%

OKLCH

0.2322 0.0307 61.0

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: #281A0E;
color: #281A0E;
border-color: #281A0E;
Nearest Tailwind: Stone 900 #1C1917

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

16.88:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

1.24:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #281A0E?

RGB(40, 26, 14) · HSL(27.7, 48.1%, 10.6%) · CMYK(0.0%, 35.0%, 65.0%, 84.3%)

Does #281A0E meet WCAG contrast on white?

16.88:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #281A0E?

Use FFFFFF text on a #281A0E background; contrast on black is 1.24:1.