#31280D

#31280D

Color Values

HEX

#31280D

RGB

49, 40, 13

HSL

45.0, 58.1%, 12.2%

HSV

45.0, 73.5%, 19.2%

CMYK

0.0%, 18.4%, 73.5%, 80.8%

OKLCH

0.2803 0.0437 90.9

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: #31280D;
color: #31280D;
border-color: #31280D;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 950 #422006

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

14.58:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

1.44:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #31280D?

RGB(49, 40, 13) · HSL(45.0, 58.1%, 12.2%) · CMYK(0.0%, 18.4%, 73.5%, 80.8%)

Does #31280D meet WCAG contrast on white?

14.58:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #31280D?

Use FFFFFF text on a #31280D background; contrast on black is 1.44:1.