#231712

#231712

Color Values

HEX

#231712

RGB

35, 23, 18

HSL

17.6, 32.1%, 10.4%

HSV

17.6, 48.6%, 13.7%

CMYK

0.0%, 34.3%, 48.6%, 86.3%

OKLCH

0.2184 0.0218 43.6

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: #231712;
color: #231712;
border-color: #231712;
Nearest Tailwind: Stone 900 #1C1917

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

17.46:1

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 #231712?

RGB(35, 23, 18) · HSL(17.6, 32.1%, 10.4%) · CMYK(0.0%, 34.3%, 48.6%, 86.3%)

Does #231712 meet WCAG contrast on white?

17.46:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #231712?

Use FFFFFF text on a #231712 background; contrast on black is 1.2:1.