#2B231E

#2B231E

Overview

#2B231E is a warm, dark color. In RGB it is 43, 35, 30, in HSL 23.1°, 17.8%, 14.3%, and in CMYK 0.0%, 18.6%, 30.2%, 83.1%. The nearest named color is RAL 6022 Olive Drab.

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Color Values

HEX

#2B231E

RGB

43, 35, 30

HSL

23.1, 17.8%, 14.3%

HSV

23.1, 30.2%, 16.9%

CMYK

0.0%, 18.6%, 30.2%, 83.1%

OKLCH

0.2636 0.0152 53.9

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: #2B231E;
color: #2B231E;
border-color: #2B231E;
Nearest Tailwind: Stone 800 #292524

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

15.42:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

1.36:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #2B231E?

RGB(43, 35, 30) · HSL(23.1, 17.8%, 14.3%) · CMYK(0.0%, 18.6%, 30.2%, 83.1%)

Does #2B231E meet WCAG contrast on white?

15.42:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #2B231E?

Use FFFFFF text on a #2B231E background; contrast on black is 1.36:1.