#3B3834

#3B3834

Color Values

HEX

#3B3834

RGB

59, 56, 52

HSL

34.3, 6.3%, 21.8%

HSV

34.3, 11.9%, 23.1%

CMYK

0.0%, 5.1%, 11.9%, 76.9%

OKLCH

0.3423 0.008 75.3

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: #3B3834;
color: #3B3834;
border-color: #3B3834;
Nearest Tailwind: Stone 700 #44403C

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

11.66:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

1.8:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #3B3834?

RGB(59, 56, 52) · HSL(34.3, 6.3%, 21.8%) · CMYK(0.0%, 5.1%, 11.9%, 76.9%)

Does #3B3834 meet WCAG contrast on white?

11.66:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #3B3834?

Use FFFFFF text on a #3B3834 background; contrast on black is 1.8:1.