#3B3322

#3B3322

Overview

#3B3322 is a warm, dark color. In RGB it is 59, 51, 34, in HSL 40.8°, 26.9%, 18.2%, and in CMYK 0.0%, 13.6%, 42.4%, 76.9%. The nearest named color is RAL 8014 Sepia Brown.

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Color Values

HEX

#3B3322

RGB

59, 51, 34

HSL

40.8, 26.9%, 18.2%

HSV

40.8, 42.4%, 23.1%

CMYK

0.0%, 13.6%, 42.4%, 76.9%

OKLCH

0.3246 0.0302 85.5

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: #3B3322;
color: #3B3322;
border-color: #3B3322;
Nearest Tailwind: Stone 700 #44403C

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

12.48:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

1.68:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #3B3322?

RGB(59, 51, 34) · HSL(40.8, 26.9%, 18.2%) · CMYK(0.0%, 13.6%, 42.4%, 76.9%)

Does #3B3322 meet WCAG contrast on white?

12.48:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #3B3322?

Use FFFFFF text on a #3B3322 background; contrast on black is 1.68:1.