#27231F

#27231F

Color Values

HEX

#27231F

RGB

39, 35, 31

HSL

30.0, 11.4%, 13.7%

HSV

30.0, 20.5%, 15.3%

CMYK

0.0%, 10.3%, 20.5%, 84.7%

OKLCH

0.2591 0.0095 67.4

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: #27231F;
color: #27231F;
border-color: #27231F;
Nearest Tailwind: Stone 800 #292524

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

15.6:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

1.35:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #27231F?

RGB(39, 35, 31) · HSL(30.0, 11.4%, 13.7%) · CMYK(0.0%, 10.3%, 20.5%, 84.7%)

Does #27231F meet WCAG contrast on white?

15.6:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #27231F?

Use FFFFFF text on a #27231F background; contrast on black is 1.35:1.