#3C261F

#3C261F

Color Values

HEX

#3C261F

RGB

60, 38, 31

HSL

14.5, 31.9%, 17.8%

HSV

14.5, 48.3%, 23.5%

CMYK

0.0%, 36.7%, 48.3%, 76.5%

OKLCH

0.2938 0.0359 38.4

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: #3C261F;
color: #3C261F;
border-color: #3C261F;
Nearest Tailwind: Stone 800 #292524

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

14.1:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

1.49:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #3C261F?

RGB(60, 38, 31) · HSL(14.5, 31.9%, 17.8%) · CMYK(0.0%, 36.7%, 48.3%, 76.5%)

Does #3C261F meet WCAG contrast on white?

14.1:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #3C261F?

Use FFFFFF text on a #3C261F background; contrast on black is 1.49:1.