#231B12

#231B12

Color Values

HEX

#231B12

RGB

35, 27, 18

HSL

31.8, 32.1%, 10.4%

HSV

31.8, 48.6%, 13.7%

CMYK

0.0%, 22.9%, 48.6%, 86.3%

OKLCH

0.2288 0.0207 69.8

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: #231B12;
color: #231B12;
border-color: #231B12;
Nearest Tailwind: Stone 900 #1C1917

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

16.98:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

1.24:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #231B12?

RGB(35, 27, 18) · HSL(31.8, 32.1%, 10.4%) · CMYK(0.0%, 22.9%, 48.6%, 86.3%)

Does #231B12 meet WCAG contrast on white?

16.98:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #231B12?

Use FFFFFF text on a #231B12 background; contrast on black is 1.24:1.