#2F231F

#2F231F

Color Values

HEX

#2F231F

RGB

47, 35, 31

HSL

15.0, 20.5%, 15.3%

HSV

15.0, 34.0%, 18.4%

CMYK

0.0%, 25.5%, 34.0%, 81.6%

OKLCH

0.269 0.0199 39.2

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: #2F231F;
color: #2F231F;
border-color: #2F231F;
Nearest Tailwind: Stone 800 #292524

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

15.21:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

1.38:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #2F231F?

RGB(47, 35, 31) · HSL(15.0, 20.5%, 15.3%) · CMYK(0.0%, 25.5%, 34.0%, 81.6%)

Does #2F231F meet WCAG contrast on white?

15.21:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #2F231F?

Use FFFFFF text on a #2F231F background; contrast on black is 1.38:1.