#23170B

#23170B

Color Values

HEX

#23170B

RGB

35, 23, 11

HSL

30.0, 52.2%, 9.0%

HSV

30.0, 68.6%, 13.7%

CMYK

0.0%, 34.3%, 68.6%, 86.3%

OKLCH

0.2166 0.0288 65.3

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: #23170B;
color: #23170B;
border-color: #23170B;
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 #23170B?

RGB(35, 23, 11) · HSL(30.0, 52.2%, 9.0%) · CMYK(0.0%, 34.3%, 68.6%, 86.3%)

Does #23170B meet WCAG contrast on white?

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

What text color is readable on #23170B?

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