#3C2317

#3C2317

Color Values

HEX

#3C2317

RGB

60, 35, 23

HSL

19.5, 44.6%, 16.3%

HSV

19.5, 61.7%, 23.5%

CMYK

0.0%, 41.7%, 61.7%, 76.5%

OKLCH

0.2851 0.0437 46.1

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: #3C2317;
color: #3C2317;
border-color: #3C2317;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 950 #422006

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

14.53:1

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 #3C2317?

RGB(60, 35, 23) · HSL(19.5, 44.6%, 16.3%) · CMYK(0.0%, 41.7%, 61.7%, 76.5%)

Does #3C2317 meet WCAG contrast on white?

14.53:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #3C2317?

Use FFFFFF text on a #3C2317 background; contrast on black is 1.44:1.