#231C12

#231C12

Color Values

HEX

#231C12

RGB

35, 28, 18

HSL

35.3, 32.1%, 10.4%

HSV

35.3, 48.6%, 13.7%

CMYK

0.0%, 20.0%, 48.6%, 86.3%

OKLCH

0.2315 0.0211 76.3

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: #231C12;
color: #231C12;
border-color: #231C12;
Nearest Tailwind: Stone 900 #1C1917

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

16.85:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

1.25:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #231C12?

RGB(35, 28, 18) · HSL(35.3, 32.1%, 10.4%) · CMYK(0.0%, 20.0%, 48.6%, 86.3%)

Does #231C12 meet WCAG contrast on white?

16.85:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #231C12?

Use FFFFFF text on a #231C12 background; contrast on black is 1.25:1.