#231811

#231811

Color Values

HEX

#231811

RGB

35, 24, 17

HSL

23.3, 34.6%, 10.2%

HSV

23.3, 51.4%, 13.7%

CMYK

0.0%, 31.4%, 51.4%, 86.3%

OKLCH

0.2207 0.0221 53.7

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: #231811;
color: #231811;
border-color: #231811;
Nearest Tailwind: Stone 900 #1C1917

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

17.35:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

1.21:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #231811?

RGB(35, 24, 17) · HSL(23.3, 34.6%, 10.2%) · CMYK(0.0%, 31.4%, 51.4%, 86.3%)

Does #231811 meet WCAG contrast on white?

17.35:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #231811?

Use FFFFFF text on a #231811 background; contrast on black is 1.21:1.