#3C2117

#3C2117

Color Values

HEX

#3C2117

RGB

60, 33, 23

HSL

16.2, 44.6%, 16.3%

HSV

16.2, 61.7%, 23.5%

CMYK

0.0%, 45.0%, 61.7%, 76.5%

OKLCH

0.2808 0.0455 41.0

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: #3C2117;
color: #3C2117;
border-color: #3C2117;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 950 #422006

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

14.77:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

1.42:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #3C2117?

RGB(60, 33, 23) · HSL(16.2, 44.6%, 16.3%) · CMYK(0.0%, 45.0%, 61.7%, 76.5%)

Does #3C2117 meet WCAG contrast on white?

14.77:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #3C2117?

Use FFFFFF text on a #3C2117 background; contrast on black is 1.42:1.