#231E10

#231E10

Overview

#231E10 is a warm, dark color. In RGB it is 35, 30, 16, in HSL 44.2°, 37.3%, 10.0%, and in CMYK 0.0%, 14.3%, 54.3%, 86.3%. The nearest named color is RAL 6022 Olive Drab.

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Color Values

HEX

#231E10

RGB

35, 30, 16

HSL

44.2, 37.3%, 10.0%

HSV

44.2, 54.3%, 13.7%

CMYK

0.0%, 14.3%, 54.3%, 86.3%

OKLCH

0.2365 0.0257 90.6

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: #231E10;
color: #231E10;
border-color: #231E10;
Nearest Tailwind: Stone 900 #1C1917

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

16.61:1

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 #231E10?

RGB(35, 30, 16) · HSL(44.2, 37.3%, 10.0%) · CMYK(0.0%, 14.3%, 54.3%, 86.3%)

Does #231E10 meet WCAG contrast on white?

16.61:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #231E10?

Use FFFFFF text on a #231E10 background; contrast on black is 1.26:1.