#231B09

#231B09

Color Values

HEX

#231B09

RGB

35, 27, 9

HSL

41.5, 59.1%, 8.6%

HSV

41.5, 74.3%, 13.7%

CMYK

0.0%, 22.9%, 74.3%, 86.3%

OKLCH

0.2268 0.0326 85.7

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: #231B09;
color: #231B09;
border-color: #231B09;
Nearest Tailwind: Stone 900 #1C1917

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

17.04:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

1.23:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #231B09?

RGB(35, 27, 9) · HSL(41.5, 59.1%, 8.6%) · CMYK(0.0%, 22.9%, 74.3%, 86.3%)

Does #231B09 meet WCAG contrast on white?

17.04:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #231B09?

Use FFFFFF text on a #231B09 background; contrast on black is 1.23:1.