#38302C

#38302C

Color Values

HEX

#38302C

RGB

56, 48, 44

HSL

20.0, 12.0%, 19.6%

HSV

20.0, 21.4%, 22.0%

CMYK

0.0%, 14.3%, 21.4%, 78.0%

OKLCH

0.3164 0.0136 48.3

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

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

12.9:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

1.63:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #38302C?

RGB(56, 48, 44) · HSL(20.0, 12.0%, 19.6%) · CMYK(0.0%, 14.3%, 21.4%, 78.0%)

Does #38302C meet WCAG contrast on white?

12.9:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #38302C?

Use FFFFFF text on a #38302C background; contrast on black is 1.63:1.