#3B2218

#3B2218

Color Values

HEX

#3B2218

RGB

59, 34, 24

HSL

17.1, 42.2%, 16.3%

HSV

17.1, 59.3%, 23.1%

CMYK

0.0%, 42.4%, 59.3%, 76.9%

OKLCH

0.2816 0.0426 42.5

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: #3B2218;
color: #3B2218;
border-color: #3B2218;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 950 #422006

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

14.71:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

1.43:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #3B2218?

RGB(59, 34, 24) · HSL(17.1, 42.2%, 16.3%) · CMYK(0.0%, 42.4%, 59.3%, 76.9%)

Does #3B2218 meet WCAG contrast on white?

14.71:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #3B2218?

Use FFFFFF text on a #3B2218 background; contrast on black is 1.43:1.