#38190C

#38190C

Overview

#38190C is a warm, dark color. In RGB it is 56, 25, 12, in HSL 17.7°, 64.7%, 13.3%, and in CMYK 0.0%, 55.4%, 78.6%, 78.0%. The nearest named color is RAL 8016 Mahogany Brown.

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Color Values

HEX

#38190C

RGB

56, 25, 12

HSL

17.7, 64.7%, 13.3%

HSV

17.7, 78.6%, 22.0%

CMYK

0.0%, 55.4%, 78.6%, 78.0%

OKLCH

0.2553 0.054 42.6

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: #38190C;
color: #38190C;
border-color: #38190C;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 950 #422006

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

16.0:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

1.31:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #38190C?

RGB(56, 25, 12) · HSL(17.7, 64.7%, 13.3%) · CMYK(0.0%, 55.4%, 78.6%, 78.0%)

Does #38190C meet WCAG contrast on white?

16.0:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #38190C?

Use FFFFFF text on a #38190C background; contrast on black is 1.31:1.