#3C170F

#3C170F

Color Values

HEX

#3C170F

RGB

60, 23, 15

HSL

10.7, 60.0%, 14.7%

HSV

10.7, 75.0%, 23.5%

CMYK

0.0%, 61.7%, 75.0%, 76.5%

OKLCH

0.259 0.0606 33.6

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: #3C170F;
color: #3C170F;
border-color: #3C170F;
Nearest Tailwind: Orange 950 #431407

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

15.89:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

1.32:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #3C170F?

RGB(60, 23, 15) · HSL(10.7, 60.0%, 14.7%) · CMYK(0.0%, 61.7%, 75.0%, 76.5%)

Does #3C170F meet WCAG contrast on white?

15.89:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #3C170F?

Use FFFFFF text on a #3C170F background; contrast on black is 1.32:1.