#290F09

#290F09

Color Values

HEX

#290F09

RGB

41, 15, 9

HSL

11.2, 64.0%, 9.8%

HSV

11.2, 78.0%, 16.1%

CMYK

0.0%, 63.4%, 78.0%, 83.9%

OKLCH

0.2076 0.0453 34.3

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: #290F09;
color: #290F09;
border-color: #290F09;
Nearest Tailwind: Stone 900 #1C1917

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

18.0:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

1.17:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #290F09?

RGB(41, 15, 9) · HSL(11.2, 64.0%, 9.8%) · CMYK(0.0%, 63.4%, 78.0%, 83.9%)

Does #290F09 meet WCAG contrast on white?

18.0:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #290F09?

Use FFFFFF text on a #290F09 background; contrast on black is 1.17:1.