#3B3523

#3B3523

Color Values

HEX

#3B3523

RGB

59, 53, 35

HSL

45.0, 25.5%, 18.4%

HSV

45.0, 40.7%, 23.1%

CMYK

0.0%, 10.2%, 40.7%, 76.9%

OKLCH

0.3299 0.0307 91.8

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: #3B3523;
color: #3B3523;
border-color: #3B3523;
Nearest Tailwind: Stone 700 #44403C

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

12.21:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

1.72:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #3B3523?

RGB(59, 53, 35) · HSL(45.0, 25.5%, 18.4%) · CMYK(0.0%, 10.2%, 40.7%, 76.9%)

Does #3B3523 meet WCAG contrast on white?

12.21:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #3B3523?

Use FFFFFF text on a #3B3523 background; contrast on black is 1.72:1.