#342E2C

#342E2C

Color Values

HEX

#342E2C

RGB

52, 46, 44

HSL

15.0, 8.3%, 18.8%

HSV

15.0, 15.4%, 20.4%

CMYK

0.0%, 11.5%, 15.4%, 79.6%

OKLCH

0.3069 0.0095 39.3

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: #342E2C;
color: #342E2C;
border-color: #342E2C;
Nearest Tailwind: Stone 800 #292524

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

13.35:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

1.57:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #342E2C?

RGB(52, 46, 44) · HSL(15.0, 8.3%, 18.8%) · CMYK(0.0%, 11.5%, 15.4%, 79.6%)

Does #342E2C meet WCAG contrast on white?

13.35:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #342E2C?

Use FFFFFF text on a #342E2C background; contrast on black is 1.57:1.