#3B2A21

#3B2A21

Color Values

HEX

#3B2A21

RGB

59, 42, 33

HSL

20.8, 28.3%, 18.0%

HSV

20.8, 44.1%, 23.1%

CMYK

0.0%, 28.8%, 44.1%, 76.9%

OKLCH

0.3023 0.0299 49.1

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: #3B2A21;
color: #3B2A21;
border-color: #3B2A21;
Nearest Tailwind: Stone 800 #292524

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

13.64:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

1.54:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #3B2A21?

RGB(59, 42, 33) · HSL(20.8, 28.3%, 18.0%) · CMYK(0.0%, 28.8%, 44.1%, 76.9%)

Does #3B2A21 meet WCAG contrast on white?

13.64:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #3B2A21?

Use FFFFFF text on a #3B2A21 background; contrast on black is 1.54:1.