#382E2B

#382E2B

Color Values

HEX

#382E2B

RGB

56, 46, 43

HSL

13.8, 13.1%, 19.4%

HSV

13.8, 23.2%, 22.0%

CMYK

0.0%, 17.9%, 23.2%, 78.0%

OKLCH

0.3112 0.0156 37.3

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: #382E2B;
color: #382E2B;
border-color: #382E2B;
Nearest Tailwind: Stone 800 #292524

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

13.18:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

1.59:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #382E2B?

RGB(56, 46, 43) · HSL(13.8, 13.1%, 19.4%) · CMYK(0.0%, 17.9%, 23.2%, 78.0%)

Does #382E2B meet WCAG contrast on white?

13.18:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #382E2B?

Use FFFFFF text on a #382E2B background; contrast on black is 1.59:1.