#3C221B

#3C221B

Color Values

HEX

#3C221B

RGB

60, 34, 27

HSL

12.7, 37.9%, 17.1%

HSV

12.7, 55.0%, 23.5%

CMYK

0.0%, 43.3%, 55.0%, 76.5%

OKLCH

0.2839 0.0423 35.8

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: #3C221B;
color: #3C221B;
border-color: #3C221B;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 950 #422006

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

14.62:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

1.44:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #3C221B?

RGB(60, 34, 27) · HSL(12.7, 37.9%, 17.1%) · CMYK(0.0%, 43.3%, 55.0%, 76.5%)

Does #3C221B meet WCAG contrast on white?

14.62:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #3C221B?

Use FFFFFF text on a #3C221B background; contrast on black is 1.44:1.