#231E18

#231E18

Color Values

HEX

#231E18

RGB

35, 30, 24

HSL

32.7, 18.6%, 11.6%

HSV

32.7, 31.4%, 13.7%

CMYK

0.0%, 14.3%, 31.4%, 86.3%

OKLCH

0.2387 0.0135 72.2

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: #231E18;
color: #231E18;
border-color: #231E18;
Nearest Tailwind: Stone 900 #1C1917

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

16.53:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

1.27:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #231E18?

RGB(35, 30, 24) · HSL(32.7, 18.6%, 11.6%) · CMYK(0.0%, 14.3%, 31.4%, 86.3%)

Does #231E18 meet WCAG contrast on white?

16.53:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #231E18?

Use FFFFFF text on a #231E18 background; contrast on black is 1.27:1.