#3B2E12

#3B2E12

Overview

#3B2E12 is a warm, dark color. In RGB it is 59, 46, 18, in HSL 41.0°, 53.2%, 15.1%, and in CMYK 0.0%, 22.0%, 69.5%, 76.9%. The nearest named color is RAL 8014 Sepia Brown.

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Color Values

HEX

#3B2E12

RGB

59, 46, 18

HSL

41.0, 53.2%, 15.1%

HSV

41.0, 69.5%, 23.1%

CMYK

0.0%, 22.0%, 69.5%, 76.9%

OKLCH

0.3089 0.0466 84.5

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: #3B2E12;
color: #3B2E12;
border-color: #3B2E12;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 950 #422006

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

13.25:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

1.59:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #3B2E12?

RGB(59, 46, 18) · HSL(41.0, 53.2%, 15.1%) · CMYK(0.0%, 22.0%, 69.5%, 76.9%)

Does #3B2E12 meet WCAG contrast on white?

13.25:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #3B2E12?

Use FFFFFF text on a #3B2E12 background; contrast on black is 1.59:1.