#38250D

#38250D

Color Values

HEX

#38250D

RGB

56, 37, 13

HSL

33.5, 62.3%, 13.5%

HSV

33.5, 76.8%, 22.0%

CMYK

0.0%, 33.9%, 76.8%, 78.0%

OKLCH

0.2821 0.0467 70.2

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: #38250D;
color: #38250D;
border-color: #38250D;
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 #38250D?

RGB(56, 37, 13) · HSL(33.5, 62.3%, 13.5%) · CMYK(0.0%, 33.9%, 76.8%, 78.0%)

Does #38250D meet WCAG contrast on white?

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

What text color is readable on #38250D?

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