#3B2A25

#3B2A25

Overview

#3B2A25 is a warm, dark color. In RGB it is 59, 42, 37, in HSL 13.6°, 22.9%, 18.8%, and in CMYK 0.0%, 28.8%, 37.3%, 76.9%. The nearest named color is RAL 8017 Chocolate Brown.

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Color Values

HEX

#3B2A25

RGB

59, 42, 37

HSL

13.6, 22.9%, 18.8%

HSV

13.6, 37.3%, 23.1%

CMYK

0.0%, 28.8%, 37.3%, 76.9%

OKLCH

0.3034 0.0271 37.0

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: #3B2A25;
color: #3B2A25;
border-color: #3B2A25;
Nearest Tailwind: Stone 800 #292524

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

13.6:1

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 #3B2A25?

RGB(59, 42, 37) · HSL(13.6, 22.9%, 18.8%) · CMYK(0.0%, 28.8%, 37.3%, 76.9%)

Does #3B2A25 meet WCAG contrast on white?

13.6:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #3B2A25?

Use FFFFFF text on a #3B2A25 background; contrast on black is 1.54:1.