#281C10

#281C10

Color Values

HEX

#281C10

RGB

40, 28, 16

HSL

30.0, 42.9%, 11.0%

HSV

30.0, 60.0%, 15.7%

CMYK

0.0%, 30.0%, 60.0%, 84.3%

OKLCH

0.2378 0.0283 65.8

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: #281C10;
color: #281C10;
border-color: #281C10;
Nearest Tailwind: Stone 900 #1C1917

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

16.62:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

1.26:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #281C10?

RGB(40, 28, 16) · HSL(30.0, 42.9%, 11.0%) · CMYK(0.0%, 30.0%, 60.0%, 84.3%)

Does #281C10 meet WCAG contrast on white?

16.62:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #281C10?

Use FFFFFF text on a #281C10 background; contrast on black is 1.26:1.