#3C280E

#3C280E

Overview

#3C280E is a warm, dark color. In RGB it is 60, 40, 14, in HSL 33.9°, 62.2%, 14.5%, and in CMYK 0.0%, 33.3%, 76.7%, 76.5%. The nearest named color is RAL 8014 Sepia Brown.

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Color Values

HEX

#3C280E

RGB

60, 40, 14

HSL

33.9, 62.2%, 14.5%

HSV

33.9, 76.7%, 23.5%

CMYK

0.0%, 33.3%, 76.7%, 76.5%

OKLCH

0.2951 0.0493 70.9

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: #3C280E;
color: #3C280E;
border-color: #3C280E;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 950 #422006

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

13.98:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

1.5:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #3C280E?

RGB(60, 40, 14) · HSL(33.9, 62.2%, 14.5%) · CMYK(0.0%, 33.3%, 76.7%, 76.5%)

Does #3C280E meet WCAG contrast on white?

13.98:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #3C280E?

Use FFFFFF text on a #3C280E background; contrast on black is 1.5:1.