#1A1606 Hex Color
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#1a1606 is the hex code for a very dark yellow, so low in lightness it reads closer to blackened olive. That muted, ashy depth suits moody backgrounds and dark mode UI, where white text reaches about 18.1:1 contrast. Pair it with warm gold or terracotta for a grounded, budget-friendly palette. It works as a dominant base, but fine detail in this shade disappears.
Questions about #1a1606
What is #1a1606 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #1a1606 is rgb(26, 22, 6), in HSL hsl(48, 63%, 6%) and in CMYK 0%, 15%, 77%, 90%. Browse more shades of black with names and hex codes.
What colors pair well with #1a1606?
#1a1606 pairs well with warm golds, amber, and terracotta, which keep its dark yellow undertone from reading flat. Cool sage or dusty blue creates a sharper, moodier contrast.
Is #1a1606 readable on white or black?
#1a1606 has a 18.08:1 contrast ratio on white and 1.16:1 on black. WCAG asks for 4.5:1 for body text and 3:1 for large text, so on white it works for body text and on black it is too faint for text. Try other pairs in the contrast checker.