#38250C

#38250C

Color Values

HEX

#38250C

RGB

56, 37, 12

HSL

34.1, 64.7%, 13.3%

HSV

34.1, 78.6%, 22.0%

CMYK

0.0%, 33.9%, 78.6%, 78.0%

OKLCH

0.282 0.0475 71.1

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: #38250C;
color: #38250C;
border-color: #38250C;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 950 #422006

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

14.6:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

1.44:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #38250C?

RGB(56, 37, 12) · HSL(34.1, 64.7%, 13.3%) · CMYK(0.0%, 33.9%, 78.6%, 78.0%)

Does #38250C meet WCAG contrast on white?

14.6:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #38250C?

Use FFFFFF text on a #38250C background; contrast on black is 1.44:1.