#38211A

#38211A

Overview

#38211A is a warm, dark color. In RGB it is 56, 33, 26, in HSL 14.0°, 36.6%, 16.1%, and in CMYK 0.0%, 41.1%, 53.6%, 78.0%. The nearest named color is RAL 8016 Mahogany Brown.

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Color Values

HEX

#38211A

RGB

56, 33, 26

HSL

14.0, 36.6%, 16.1%

HSV

14.0, 53.6%, 22.0%

CMYK

0.0%, 41.1%, 53.6%, 78.0%

OKLCH

0.2754 0.0381 37.7

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: #38211A;
color: #38211A;
border-color: #38211A;
Nearest Tailwind: Stone 800 #292524

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

14.99:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

1.4:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #38211A?

RGB(56, 33, 26) · HSL(14.0, 36.6%, 16.1%) · CMYK(0.0%, 41.1%, 53.6%, 78.0%)

Does #38211A meet WCAG contrast on white?

14.99:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #38211A?

Use FFFFFF text on a #38211A background; contrast on black is 1.4:1.