#232017

#232017

Color Values

HEX

#232017

RGB

35, 32, 23

HSL

45.0, 20.7%, 11.4%

HSV

45.0, 34.3%, 13.7%

CMYK

0.0%, 8.6%, 34.3%, 86.3%

OKLCH

0.2438 0.0169 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: #232017;
color: #232017;
border-color: #232017;
Nearest Tailwind: Stone 900 #1C1917

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

16.27:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

1.29:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #232017?

RGB(35, 32, 23) · HSL(45.0, 20.7%, 11.4%) · CMYK(0.0%, 8.6%, 34.3%, 86.3%)

Does #232017 meet WCAG contrast on white?

16.27:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #232017?

Use FFFFFF text on a #232017 background; contrast on black is 1.29:1.