#2E230B

#2E230B

Overview

#2E230B is a warm, dark color. In RGB it is 46, 35, 11, in HSL 41.1°, 61.4%, 11.2%, and in CMYK 0.0%, 23.9%, 76.1%, 82.0%. The nearest named color is RAL 8014 Sepia Brown.

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Color Values

HEX

#2E230B

RGB

46, 35, 11

HSL

41.1, 61.4%, 11.2%

HSV

41.1, 76.1%, 18.0%

CMYK

0.0%, 23.9%, 76.1%, 82.0%

OKLCH

0.2631 0.0411 84.5

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: #2E230B;
color: #2E230B;
border-color: #2E230B;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 950 #422006

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

15.43:1

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 #2E230B?

RGB(46, 35, 11) · HSL(41.1, 61.4%, 11.2%) · CMYK(0.0%, 23.9%, 76.1%, 82.0%)

Does #2E230B meet WCAG contrast on white?

15.43:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #2E230B?

Use FFFFFF text on a #2E230B background; contrast on black is 1.36:1.