#38302A

#38302A

Color Values

HEX

#38302A

RGB

56, 48, 42

HSL

25.7, 14.3%, 19.2%

HSV

25.7, 25.0%, 22.0%

CMYK

0.0%, 14.3%, 25.0%, 78.0%

OKLCH

0.3158 0.0156 59.0

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: #38302A;
color: #38302A;
border-color: #38302A;
Nearest Tailwind: Stone 800 #292524

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

12.93:1

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 #38302A?

RGB(56, 48, 42) · HSL(25.7, 14.3%, 19.2%) · CMYK(0.0%, 14.3%, 25.0%, 78.0%)

Does #38302A meet WCAG contrast on white?

12.93:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #38302A?

Use FFFFFF text on a #38302A background; contrast on black is 1.62:1.