#3B2B23

#3B2B23

Color Values

HEX

#3B2B23

RGB

59, 43, 35

HSL

20.0, 25.5%, 18.4%

HSV

20.0, 40.7%, 23.1%

CMYK

0.0%, 27.1%, 40.7%, 76.9%

OKLCH

0.3052 0.0277 47.8

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: #3B2B23;
color: #3B2B23;
border-color: #3B2B23;
Nearest Tailwind: Stone 800 #292524

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

13.5:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

1.56:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #3B2B23?

RGB(59, 43, 35) · HSL(20.0, 25.5%, 18.4%) · CMYK(0.0%, 27.1%, 40.7%, 76.9%)

Does #3B2B23 meet WCAG contrast on white?

13.5:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #3B2B23?

Use FFFFFF text on a #3B2B23 background; contrast on black is 1.56:1.