#3C1C12

#3C1C12

Overview

#3C1C12 is a warm, dark color. In RGB it is 60, 28, 18, in HSL 14.3Β°, 53.8%, 15.3%, and in CMYK 0.0%, 53.3%, 70.0%, 76.5%. The nearest named color is RAL 8016 Mahogany Brown.

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Color Values

HEX

#3C1C12

RGB

60, 28, 18

HSL

14.3, 53.8%, 15.3%

HSV

14.3, 70.0%, 23.5%

CMYK

0.0%, 53.3%, 70.0%, 76.5%

OKLCH

0.2692 0.0535 38.1

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: #3C1C12;
color: #3C1C12;
border-color: #3C1C12;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 950 #422006

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

15.36:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

1.37:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #3C1C12?

RGB(60, 28, 18) · HSL(14.3, 53.8%, 15.3%) · CMYK(0.0%, 53.3%, 70.0%, 76.5%)

Does #3C1C12 meet WCAG contrast on white?

15.36:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #3C1C12?

Use FFFFFF text on a #3C1C12 background; contrast on black is 1.37:1.