#231815 Hex Color
A deep, near-black with dusty warmth
#231815 is a near-black shade with intense, dusty reddish undertones. Because it sits on the edge of visibility, use this hex code as a moody base for dark UI designs rather than small text. White elements pop with high clarity against its somber surface. Pair it with soft cream or muted gold to cut through the gloom and add a sense of modern, calculated depth.
Questions about #231815
What is #231815 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #231815 is rgb(35, 24, 21), in HSL hsl(13, 25%, 11%) and in CMYK 0%, 31%, 40%, 86%.
Does #231815 work well for website body text?
While #231815 looks sophisticated, avoid using it for long-form body text because the contrast against white backgrounds is often too low for accessibility. It works best as a moody background or for large, high-impact design elements that need depth.
What colors pair best with #231815?
This shade creates a high-end, modern aesthetic when paired with cream or muted gold. The warmth in these accents cuts through the near-black darkness, preventing the overall design from feeling too heavy or gloom-ridden.
Is #231815 readable on white or black?
#231815 has a 17.31:1 contrast ratio on white and 1.21:1 on black. WCAG asks for 4.5:1 for body text and 3:1 for large text, so on white it works for body text and on black it is too faint for text. Try other pairs in the contrast checker.