#311809

#311809

Color Values

HEX

#311809

RGB

49, 24, 9

HSL

22.5, 69.0%, 11.4%

HSV

22.5, 81.6%, 19.2%

CMYK

0.0%, 51.0%, 81.6%, 80.8%

OKLCH

0.2408 0.0472 50.0

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: #311809;
color: #311809;
border-color: #311809;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 950 #422006

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

16.6:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

1.27:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #311809?

RGB(49, 24, 9) · HSL(22.5, 69.0%, 11.4%) · CMYK(0.0%, 51.0%, 81.6%, 80.8%)

Does #311809 meet WCAG contrast on white?

16.6:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #311809?

Use FFFFFF text on a #311809 background; contrast on black is 1.27:1.