#3C2316

#3C2316

Overview

#3C2316 is a warm, dark color. In RGB it is 60, 35, 22, in HSL 20.5°, 46.3%, 16.1%, and in CMYK 0.0%, 41.7%, 63.3%, 76.5%. The nearest named color is RAL 8016 Mahogany Brown.

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Color Values

HEX

#3C2316

RGB

60, 35, 22

HSL

20.5, 46.3%, 16.1%

HSV

20.5, 63.3%, 23.5%

CMYK

0.0%, 41.7%, 63.3%, 76.5%

OKLCH

0.2849 0.0444 47.8

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: #3C2316;
color: #3C2316;
border-color: #3C2316;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 950 #422006

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

14.54:1

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 #3C2316?

RGB(60, 35, 22) · HSL(20.5, 46.3%, 16.1%) · CMYK(0.0%, 41.7%, 63.3%, 76.5%)

Does #3C2316 meet WCAG contrast on white?

14.54:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #3C2316?

Use FFFFFF text on a #3C2316 background; contrast on black is 1.44:1.