#231F13

#231F13

Overview

#231F13 is a warm, dark color. In RGB it is 35, 31, 19, in HSL 45.0°, 29.6%, 10.6%, and in CMYK 0.0%, 11.4%, 45.7%, 86.3%. The nearest named color is RAL 6022 Olive Drab.

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Color Values

HEX

#231F13

RGB

35, 31, 19

HSL

45.0, 29.6%, 10.6%

HSV

45.0, 45.7%, 13.7%

CMYK

0.0%, 11.4%, 45.7%, 86.3%

OKLCH

0.24 0.0222 91.8

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: #231F13;
color: #231F13;
border-color: #231F13;
Nearest Tailwind: Stone 900 #1C1917

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

16.45:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

1.28:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #231F13?

RGB(35, 31, 19) · HSL(45.0, 29.6%, 10.6%) · CMYK(0.0%, 11.4%, 45.7%, 86.3%)

Does #231F13 meet WCAG contrast on white?

16.45:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #231F13?

Use FFFFFF text on a #231F13 background; contrast on black is 1.28:1.