#3B2C23

#3B2C23

Color Values

HEX

#3B2C23

RGB

59, 44, 35

HSL

22.5, 25.5%, 18.4%

HSV

22.5, 40.7%, 23.1%

CMYK

0.0%, 25.4%, 40.7%, 76.9%

OKLCH

0.3076 0.0272 52.4

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: #3B2C23;
color: #3B2C23;
border-color: #3B2C23;
Nearest Tailwind: Stone 800 #292524

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

13.37:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

1.57:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #3B2C23?

RGB(59, 44, 35) · HSL(22.5, 25.5%, 18.4%) · CMYK(0.0%, 25.4%, 40.7%, 76.9%)

Does #3B2C23 meet WCAG contrast on white?

13.37:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #3B2C23?

Use FFFFFF text on a #3B2C23 background; contrast on black is 1.57:1.