#311D0E

#311D0E

Color Values

HEX

#311D0E

RGB

49, 29, 14

HSL

25.7, 55.6%, 12.4%

HSV

25.7, 71.4%, 19.2%

CMYK

0.0%, 40.8%, 71.4%, 80.8%

OKLCH

0.253 0.0403 56.6

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: #311D0E;
color: #311D0E;
border-color: #311D0E;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 950 #422006

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

16.0:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

1.31:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #311D0E?

RGB(49, 29, 14) · HSL(25.7, 55.6%, 12.4%) · CMYK(0.0%, 40.8%, 71.4%, 80.8%)

Does #311D0E meet WCAG contrast on white?

16.0:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #311D0E?

Use FFFFFF text on a #311D0E background; contrast on black is 1.31:1.