#3C1B11

#3C1B11

Overview

#3C1B11 is a warm, dark color. In RGB it is 60, 27, 17, in HSL 14.0°, 55.8%, 15.1%, and in CMYK 0.0%, 55.0%, 71.7%, 76.5%. The nearest named color is RAL 8016 Mahogany Brown.

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Color Values

HEX

#3C1B11

RGB

60, 27, 17

HSL

14.0, 55.8%, 15.1%

HSV

14.0, 71.7%, 23.5%

CMYK

0.0%, 55.0%, 71.7%, 76.5%

OKLCH

0.2671 0.0551 37.6

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: #3C1B11;
color: #3C1B11;
border-color: #3C1B11;
Nearest Tailwind: Orange 950 #431407

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

15.48:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

1.36:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #3C1B11?

RGB(60, 27, 17) · HSL(14.0, 55.8%, 15.1%) · CMYK(0.0%, 55.0%, 71.7%, 76.5%)

Does #3C1B11 meet WCAG contrast on white?

15.48:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #3C1B11?

Use FFFFFF text on a #3C1B11 background; contrast on black is 1.36:1.