#3B301C

#3B301C

Color Values

HEX

#3B301C

RGB

59, 48, 28

HSL

38.7, 35.6%, 17.1%

HSV

38.7, 52.5%, 23.1%

CMYK

0.0%, 18.6%, 52.5%, 76.9%

OKLCH

0.3157 0.0361 81.7

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: #3B301C;
color: #3B301C;
border-color: #3B301C;
Nearest Tailwind: Stone 700 #44403C

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

12.92:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

1.63:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #3B301C?

RGB(59, 48, 28) · HSL(38.7, 35.6%, 17.1%) · CMYK(0.0%, 18.6%, 52.5%, 76.9%)

Does #3B301C meet WCAG contrast on white?

12.92:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #3B301C?

Use FFFFFF text on a #3B301C background; contrast on black is 1.63:1.