#232615 Hex Color
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#232615 is a murky, near-black shade with distinct yellow-olive undertones. Because it sits so low in lightness, it works best as a moody background or a grounding neutral for UI designs. White text stands out sharply against this hex code, ensuring high readability for body content. Pair it with soft creams or warm grays to prevent the overall palette from feeling too dusty.
Questions about #232615
What is #232615 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #232615 is rgb(35, 38, 21), in HSL hsl(71, 29%, 12%) and in CMYK 8%, 0%, 45%, 85%.
Does #232615 work well for text-heavy layouts?
#232615 functions best as a dark, grounding background that makes high-contrast white text feel sharp and readable. Because it has enough olive depth to avoid the harshness of pure black, it is an excellent choice for modern user interfaces.
What colors pair effectively with #232615?
You should pair #232615 with soft creams or warm grays to soften its intensity. These lighter neutrals prevent the palette from appearing too dusty while highlighting the subtle olive undertones that give this near-black shade its distinct character.
Is #232615 readable on white or black?
#232615 has a 15.44:1 contrast ratio on white and 1.35:1 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.