#311B0E

#311B0E

Overview

#311B0E is a warm, dark color. In RGB it is 49, 27, 14, in HSL 22.3°, 55.6%, 12.4%, and in CMYK 0.0%, 44.9%, 71.4%, 80.8%. The nearest named color is RAL 8014 Sepia Brown.

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Color Values

HEX

#311B0E

RGB

49, 27, 14

HSL

22.3, 55.6%, 12.4%

HSV

22.3, 71.4%, 19.2%

CMYK

0.0%, 44.9%, 71.4%, 80.8%

OKLCH

0.2484 0.0415 50.5

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: #311B0E;
color: #311B0E;
border-color: #311B0E;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 950 #422006

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

16.23:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

1.29:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #311B0E?

RGB(49, 27, 14) · HSL(22.3, 55.6%, 12.4%) · CMYK(0.0%, 44.9%, 71.4%, 80.8%)

Does #311B0E meet WCAG contrast on white?

16.23:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #311B0E?

Use FFFFFF text on a #311B0E background; contrast on black is 1.29:1.