#3B3121

#3B3121

Color Values

HEX

#3B3121

RGB

59, 49, 33

HSL

36.9, 28.3%, 18.0%

HSV

36.9, 44.1%, 23.1%

CMYK

0.0%, 16.9%, 44.1%, 76.9%

OKLCH

0.3193 0.0301 79.1

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: #3B3121;
color: #3B3121;
border-color: #3B3121;
Nearest Tailwind: Stone 700 #44403C

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

12.75:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

1.65:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #3B3121?

RGB(59, 49, 33) · HSL(36.9, 28.3%, 18.0%) · CMYK(0.0%, 16.9%, 44.1%, 76.9%)

Does #3B3121 meet WCAG contrast on white?

12.75:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #3B3121?

Use FFFFFF text on a #3B3121 background; contrast on black is 1.65:1.