#3B291B

#3B291B

Color Values

HEX

#3B291B

RGB

59, 41, 27

HSL

26.3, 37.2%, 16.9%

HSV

26.3, 54.2%, 23.1%

CMYK

0.0%, 30.5%, 54.2%, 76.9%

OKLCH

0.2984 0.0358 58.7

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: #3B291B;
color: #3B291B;
border-color: #3B291B;
Nearest Tailwind: Stone 800 #292524

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

13.83:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

1.52:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #3B291B?

RGB(59, 41, 27) · HSL(26.3, 37.2%, 16.9%) · CMYK(0.0%, 30.5%, 54.2%, 76.9%)

Does #3B291B meet WCAG contrast on white?

13.83:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #3B291B?

Use FFFFFF text on a #3B291B background; contrast on black is 1.52:1.