#231A09

#231A09

Overview

#231A09 is a warm, dark color. In RGB it is 35, 26, 9, in HSL 39.2°, 59.1%, 8.6%, and in CMYK 0.0%, 25.7%, 74.3%, 86.3%. The nearest named color is RAL 6022 Olive Drab.

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Color Values

HEX

#231A09

RGB

35, 26, 9

HSL

39.2, 59.1%, 8.6%

HSV

39.2, 74.3%, 13.7%

CMYK

0.0%, 25.7%, 74.3%, 86.3%

OKLCH

0.2241 0.032 81.8

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: #231A09;
color: #231A09;
border-color: #231A09;
Nearest Tailwind: Stone 900 #1C1917

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

17.17:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

1.22:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #231A09?

RGB(35, 26, 9) · HSL(39.2, 59.1%, 8.6%) · CMYK(0.0%, 25.7%, 74.3%, 86.3%)

Does #231A09 meet WCAG contrast on white?

17.17:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #231A09?

Use FFFFFF text on a #231A09 background; contrast on black is 1.22:1.