#38342F

#38342F

Color Values

HEX

#38342F

RGB

56, 52, 47

HSL

33.3, 8.7%, 20.2%

HSV

33.3, 16.1%, 22.0%

CMYK

0.0%, 7.1%, 16.1%, 78.0%

OKLCH

0.3274 0.0103 73.5

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

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

12.35:1

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 #38342F?

RGB(56, 52, 47) · HSL(33.3, 8.7%, 20.2%) · CMYK(0.0%, 7.1%, 16.1%, 78.0%)

Does #38342F meet WCAG contrast on white?

12.35:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #38342F?

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