#38291F

#38291F

Color Values

HEX

#38291F

RGB

56, 41, 31

HSL

24.0, 28.7%, 17.1%

HSV

24.0, 44.6%, 22.0%

CMYK

0.0%, 26.8%, 44.6%, 78.0%

OKLCH

0.2954 0.0284 55.0

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: #38291F;
color: #38291F;
border-color: #38291F;
Nearest Tailwind: Stone 800 #292524

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

13.95:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

1.51:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #38291F?

RGB(56, 41, 31) · HSL(24.0, 28.7%, 17.1%) · CMYK(0.0%, 26.8%, 44.6%, 78.0%)

Does #38291F meet WCAG contrast on white?

13.95:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #38291F?

Use FFFFFF text on a #38291F background; contrast on black is 1.51:1.