#231509

#231509

Color Values

HEX

#231509

RGB

35, 21, 9

HSL

27.7, 59.1%, 8.6%

HSV

27.7, 74.3%, 13.7%

CMYK

0.0%, 40.0%, 74.3%, 86.3%

OKLCH

0.2111 0.0312 60.6

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: #231509;
color: #231509;
border-color: #231509;
Nearest Tailwind: Stone 900 #1C1917

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

17.76:1

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 #231509?

RGB(35, 21, 9) · HSL(27.7, 59.1%, 8.6%) · CMYK(0.0%, 40.0%, 74.3%, 86.3%)

Does #231509 meet WCAG contrast on white?

17.76:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #231509?

Use FFFFFF text on a #231509 background; contrast on black is 1.18:1.