#3B1B0C

#3B1B0C

Overview

#3B1B0C is a warm, dark color. In RGB it is 59, 27, 12, in HSL 19.1°, 66.2%, 13.9%, and in CMYK 0.0%, 54.2%, 79.7%, 76.9%. The nearest named color is RAL 8016 Mahogany Brown.

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Color Values

HEX

#3B1B0C

RGB

59, 27, 12

HSL

19.1, 66.2%, 13.9%

HSV

19.1, 79.7%, 23.1%

CMYK

0.0%, 54.2%, 79.7%, 76.9%

OKLCH

0.2645 0.0561 44.6

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: #3B1B0C;
color: #3B1B0C;
border-color: #3B1B0C;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 950 #422006

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

15.58:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

1.35:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #3B1B0C?

RGB(59, 27, 12) · HSL(19.1, 66.2%, 13.9%) · CMYK(0.0%, 54.2%, 79.7%, 76.9%)

Does #3B1B0C meet WCAG contrast on white?

15.58:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #3B1B0C?

Use FFFFFF text on a #3B1B0C background; contrast on black is 1.35:1.