#231D18

#231D18

Color Values

HEX

#231D18

RGB

35, 29, 24

HSL

27.3, 18.6%, 11.6%

HSV

27.3, 31.4%, 13.7%

CMYK

0.0%, 17.1%, 31.4%, 86.3%

OKLCH

0.236 0.0132 61.9

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: #231D18;
color: #231D18;
border-color: #231D18;
Nearest Tailwind: Stone 900 #1C1917

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

16.66:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

1.26:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #231D18?

RGB(35, 29, 24) · HSL(27.3, 18.6%, 11.6%) · CMYK(0.0%, 17.1%, 31.4%, 86.3%)

Does #231D18 meet WCAG contrast on white?

16.66:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #231D18?

Use FFFFFF text on a #231D18 background; contrast on black is 1.26:1.