#331B0E

#331B0E

Color Values

HEX

#331B0E

RGB

51, 27, 14

HSL

21.1, 56.9%, 12.7%

HSV

21.1, 72.5%, 20.0%

CMYK

0.0%, 47.1%, 72.5%, 80.0%

OKLCH

0.2515 0.0442 48.3

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: #331B0E;
color: #331B0E;
border-color: #331B0E;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 950 #422006

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

16.11:1

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 #331B0E?

RGB(51, 27, 14) · HSL(21.1, 56.9%, 12.7%) · CMYK(0.0%, 47.1%, 72.5%, 80.0%)

Does #331B0E meet WCAG contrast on white?

16.11:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #331B0E?

Use FFFFFF text on a #331B0E background; contrast on black is 1.3:1.