#23170A

#23170A

Color Values

HEX

#23170A

RGB

35, 23, 10

HSL

31.2, 55.6%, 8.8%

HSV

31.2, 71.4%, 13.7%

CMYK

0.0%, 34.3%, 71.4%, 86.3%

OKLCH

0.2164 0.0299 67.3

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: #23170A;
color: #23170A;
border-color: #23170A;
Nearest Tailwind: Stone 900 #1C1917

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

17.52:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

1.2:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #23170A?

RGB(35, 23, 10) · HSL(31.2, 55.6%, 8.8%) · CMYK(0.0%, 34.3%, 71.4%, 86.3%)

Does #23170A meet WCAG contrast on white?

17.52:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #23170A?

Use FFFFFF text on a #23170A background; contrast on black is 1.2:1.