#3B241C

#3B241C

Color Values

HEX

#3B241C

RGB

59, 36, 28

HSL

15.5, 35.6%, 17.1%

HSV

15.5, 52.5%, 23.1%

CMYK

0.0%, 39.0%, 52.5%, 76.9%

OKLCH

0.2871 0.0382 39.9

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: #3B241C;
color: #3B241C;
border-color: #3B241C;
Nearest Tailwind: Stone 800 #292524

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

14.43:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

1.46:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #3B241C?

RGB(59, 36, 28) · HSL(15.5, 35.6%, 17.1%) · CMYK(0.0%, 39.0%, 52.5%, 76.9%)

Does #3B241C meet WCAG contrast on white?

14.43:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #3B241C?

Use FFFFFF text on a #3B241C background; contrast on black is 1.46:1.