#231408

#231408

Color Values

HEX

#231408

RGB

35, 20, 8

HSL

26.7, 62.8%, 8.4%

HSV

26.7, 77.1%, 13.7%

CMYK

0.0%, 42.9%, 77.1%, 86.3%

OKLCH

0.2083 0.0326 58.6

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: #231408;
color: #231408;
border-color: #231408;
Nearest Tailwind: Stone 900 #1C1917

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

17.87:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

1.18:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #231408?

RGB(35, 20, 8) · HSL(26.7, 62.8%, 8.4%) · CMYK(0.0%, 42.9%, 77.1%, 86.3%)

Does #231408 meet WCAG contrast on white?

17.87:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #231408?

Use FFFFFF text on a #231408 background; contrast on black is 1.18:1.