#383023

#383023

Color Values

HEX

#383023

RGB

56, 48, 35

HSL

37.1, 23.1%, 17.8%

HSV

37.1, 37.5%, 22.0%

CMYK

0.0%, 14.3%, 37.5%, 78.0%

OKLCH

0.3138 0.0248 79.7

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: #383023;
color: #383023;
border-color: #383023;
Nearest Tailwind: Stone 700 #44403C

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

13.0:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

1.62:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #383023?

RGB(56, 48, 35) · HSL(37.1, 23.1%, 17.8%) · CMYK(0.0%, 14.3%, 37.5%, 78.0%)

Does #383023 meet WCAG contrast on white?

13.0:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #383023?

Use FFFFFF text on a #383023 background; contrast on black is 1.62:1.