#37280C

#37280C

Color Values

HEX

#37280C

RGB

55, 40, 12

HSL

39.1, 64.2%, 13.1%

HSV

39.1, 78.2%, 21.6%

CMYK

0.0%, 27.3%, 78.2%, 78.4%

OKLCH

0.2879 0.0475 80.4

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: #37280C;
color: #37280C;
border-color: #37280C;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 950 #422006

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

14.27:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

1.47:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #37280C?

RGB(55, 40, 12) · HSL(39.1, 64.2%, 13.1%) · CMYK(0.0%, 27.3%, 78.2%, 78.4%)

Does #37280C meet WCAG contrast on white?

14.27:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #37280C?

Use FFFFFF text on a #37280C background; contrast on black is 1.47:1.