#3A2C16

#3A2C16

Overview

#3A2C16 is a warm, dark color. In RGB it is 58, 44, 22, in HSL 36.7°, 45.0%, 15.7%, and in CMYK 0.0%, 24.1%, 62.1%, 77.3%. The nearest named color is RAL 8014 Sepia Brown.

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Color Values

HEX

#3A2C16

RGB

58, 44, 22

HSL

36.7, 45.0%, 15.7%

HSV

36.7, 62.1%, 22.7%

CMYK

0.0%, 24.1%, 62.1%, 77.3%

OKLCH

0.3033 0.0406 77.6

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: #3A2C16;
color: #3A2C16;
border-color: #3A2C16;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 950 #422006

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

13.53:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

1.55:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #3A2C16?

RGB(58, 44, 22) · HSL(36.7, 45.0%, 15.7%) · CMYK(0.0%, 24.1%, 62.1%, 77.3%)

Does #3A2C16 meet WCAG contrast on white?

13.53:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #3A2C16?

Use FFFFFF text on a #3A2C16 background; contrast on black is 1.55:1.