#331D12

#331D12

Color Values

HEX

#331D12

RGB

51, 29, 18

HSL

20.0, 47.8%, 13.5%

HSV

20.0, 64.7%, 20.0%

CMYK

0.0%, 43.1%, 64.7%, 80.0%

OKLCH

0.2569 0.0398 47.0

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: #331D12;
color: #331D12;
border-color: #331D12;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 950 #422006

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

15.85:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

1.33:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #331D12?

RGB(51, 29, 18) · HSL(20.0, 47.8%, 13.5%) · CMYK(0.0%, 43.1%, 64.7%, 80.0%)

Does #331D12 meet WCAG contrast on white?

15.85:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #331D12?

Use FFFFFF text on a #331D12 background; contrast on black is 1.33:1.