#3B2516

#3B2516

Color Values

HEX

#3B2516

RGB

59, 37, 22

HSL

24.3, 45.7%, 15.9%

HSV

24.3, 62.7%, 23.1%

CMYK

0.0%, 37.3%, 62.7%, 76.9%

OKLCH

0.288 0.0419 54.6

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: #3B2516;
color: #3B2516;
border-color: #3B2516;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 950 #422006

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

14.36:1

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 #3B2516?

RGB(59, 37, 22) · HSL(24.3, 45.7%, 15.9%) · CMYK(0.0%, 37.3%, 62.7%, 76.9%)

Does #3B2516 meet WCAG contrast on white?

14.36:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #3B2516?

Use FFFFFF text on a #3B2516 background; contrast on black is 1.46:1.