#382A24

#382A24

Color Values

HEX

#382A24

RGB

56, 42, 36

HSL

18.0, 21.7%, 18.0%

HSV

18.0, 35.7%, 22.0%

CMYK

0.0%, 25.0%, 35.7%, 78.0%

OKLCH

0.2992 0.0235 44.4

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: #382A24;
color: #382A24;
border-color: #382A24;
Nearest Tailwind: Stone 800 #292524

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

13.77:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

1.52:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #382A24?

RGB(56, 42, 36) · HSL(18.0, 21.7%, 18.0%) · CMYK(0.0%, 25.0%, 35.7%, 78.0%)

Does #382A24 meet WCAG contrast on white?

13.77:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #382A24?

Use FFFFFF text on a #382A24 background; contrast on black is 1.52:1.