#38342E

#38342E

Color Values

HEX

#38342E

RGB

56, 52, 46

HSL

36.0, 9.8%, 20.0%

HSV

36.0, 17.9%, 22.0%

CMYK

0.0%, 7.1%, 17.9%, 78.0%

OKLCH

0.3271 0.0118 78.1

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: #38342E;
color: #38342E;
border-color: #38342E;
Nearest Tailwind: Stone 700 #44403C

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

12.36:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

1.7:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #38342E?

RGB(56, 52, 46) · HSL(36.0, 9.8%, 20.0%) · CMYK(0.0%, 7.1%, 17.9%, 78.0%)

Does #38342E meet WCAG contrast on white?

12.36:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #38342E?

Use FFFFFF text on a #38342E background; contrast on black is 1.7:1.