#311B14

#311B14

Color Values

HEX

#311B14

RGB

49, 27, 20

HSL

14.5, 42.0%, 13.5%

HSV

14.5, 59.2%, 19.2%

CMYK

0.0%, 44.9%, 59.2%, 80.8%

OKLCH

0.2497 0.0375 38.4

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: #311B14;
color: #311B14;
border-color: #311B14;
Nearest Tailwind: Stone 800 #292524

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

16.19:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

1.3:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #311B14?

RGB(49, 27, 20) · HSL(14.5, 42.0%, 13.5%) · CMYK(0.0%, 44.9%, 59.2%, 80.8%)

Does #311B14 meet WCAG contrast on white?

16.19:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #311B14?

Use FFFFFF text on a #311B14 background; contrast on black is 1.3:1.