#3B2B11

#3B2B11

Color Values

HEX

#3B2B11

RGB

59, 43, 17

HSL

37.1, 55.3%, 14.9%

HSV

37.1, 71.2%, 23.1%

CMYK

0.0%, 27.1%, 71.2%, 76.9%

OKLCH

0.3014 0.0462 77.6

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: #3B2B11;
color: #3B2B11;
border-color: #3B2B11;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 950 #422006

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 #3B2B11?

RGB(59, 43, 17) · HSL(37.1, 55.3%, 14.9%) · CMYK(0.0%, 27.1%, 71.2%, 76.9%)

Does #3B2B11 meet WCAG contrast on white?

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

What text color is readable on #3B2B11?

Use FFFFFF text on a #3B2B11 background; contrast on black is 1.54:1.