#230F09

#230F09

Color Values

HEX

#230F09

RGB

35, 15, 9

HSL

13.8, 59.1%, 8.6%

HSV

13.8, 74.3%, 13.7%

CMYK

0.0%, 57.1%, 74.3%, 86.3%

OKLCH

0.1967 0.0361 37.6

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: #230F09;
color: #230F09;
border-color: #230F09;
Nearest Tailwind: Stone 900 #1C1917

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

18.36:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

1.14:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #230F09?

RGB(35, 15, 9) · HSL(13.8, 59.1%, 8.6%) · CMYK(0.0%, 57.1%, 74.3%, 86.3%)

Does #230F09 meet WCAG contrast on white?

18.36:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #230F09?

Use FFFFFF text on a #230F09 background; contrast on black is 1.14:1.