#383429

#383429

Color Values

HEX

#383429

RGB

56, 52, 41

HSL

44.0, 15.5%, 19.0%

HSV

44.0, 26.8%, 22.0%

CMYK

0.0%, 7.1%, 26.8%, 78.0%

OKLCH

0.3256 0.0195 90.4

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: #383429;
color: #383429;
border-color: #383429;
Nearest Tailwind: Stone 700 #44403C

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

12.42:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

1.69:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #383429?

RGB(56, 52, 41) · HSL(44.0, 15.5%, 19.0%) · CMYK(0.0%, 7.1%, 26.8%, 78.0%)

Does #383429 meet WCAG contrast on white?

12.42:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #383429?

Use FFFFFF text on a #383429 background; contrast on black is 1.69:1.