#312B1B

#312B1B

Color Values

HEX

#312B1B

RGB

49, 43, 27

HSL

43.6, 28.9%, 14.9%

HSV

43.6, 44.9%, 19.2%

CMYK

0.0%, 12.2%, 44.9%, 80.8%

OKLCH

0.2908 0.0283 89.8

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: #312B1B;
color: #312B1B;
border-color: #312B1B;
Nearest Tailwind: Stone 800 #292524

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

14.08:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

1.49:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #312B1B?

RGB(49, 43, 27) · HSL(43.6, 28.9%, 14.9%) · CMYK(0.0%, 12.2%, 44.9%, 80.8%)

Does #312B1B meet WCAG contrast on white?

14.08:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #312B1B?

Use FFFFFF text on a #312B1B background; contrast on black is 1.49:1.