#3B2E28

#3B2E28

Color Values

HEX

#3B2E28

RGB

59, 46, 40

HSL

18.9, 19.2%, 19.4%

HSV

18.9, 32.2%, 23.1%

CMYK

0.0%, 22.0%, 32.2%, 76.9%

OKLCH

0.3138 0.0219 46.1

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: #3B2E28;
color: #3B2E28;
border-color: #3B2E28;
Nearest Tailwind: Stone 800 #292524

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

13.06:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

1.61:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #3B2E28?

RGB(59, 46, 40) · HSL(18.9, 19.2%, 19.4%) · CMYK(0.0%, 22.0%, 32.2%, 76.9%)

Does #3B2E28 meet WCAG contrast on white?

13.06:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #3B2E28?

Use FFFFFF text on a #3B2E28 background; contrast on black is 1.61:1.