#281B08

#281B08

Color Values

HEX

#281B08

RGB

40, 27, 8

HSL

35.6, 66.7%, 9.4%

HSV

35.6, 80.0%, 15.7%

CMYK

0.0%, 32.5%, 80.0%, 84.3%

OKLCH

0.2336 0.0371 74.7

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: #281B08;
color: #281B08;
border-color: #281B08;
Nearest Tailwind: Stone 900 #1C1917

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

16.79:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

1.25:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #281B08?

RGB(40, 27, 8) · HSL(35.6, 66.7%, 9.4%) · CMYK(0.0%, 32.5%, 80.0%, 84.3%)

Does #281B08 meet WCAG contrast on white?

16.79:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #281B08?

Use FFFFFF text on a #281B08 background; contrast on black is 1.25:1.