#38150C

#38150C

Color Values

HEX

#38150C

RGB

56, 21, 12

HSL

12.3, 64.7%, 13.3%

HSV

12.3, 78.6%, 22.0%

CMYK

0.0%, 62.5%, 78.6%, 78.0%

OKLCH

0.2475 0.0585 35.5

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: #38150C;
color: #38150C;
border-color: #38150C;
Nearest Tailwind: Orange 950 #431407

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

16.4:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

1.28:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #38150C?

RGB(56, 21, 12) · HSL(12.3, 64.7%, 13.3%) · CMYK(0.0%, 62.5%, 78.6%, 78.0%)

Does #38150C meet WCAG contrast on white?

16.4:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #38150C?

Use FFFFFF text on a #38150C background; contrast on black is 1.28:1.