#3C291E

#3C291E

Overview

#3C291E is a warm, dark color. In RGB it is 60, 41, 30, in HSL 22.0°, 33.3%, 17.6%, and in CMYK 0.0%, 31.7%, 50.0%, 76.5%. The nearest named color is RAL 8014 Sepia Brown.

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Color Values

HEX

#3C291E

RGB

60, 41, 30

HSL

22.0, 33.3%, 17.6%

HSV

22.0, 50.0%, 23.5%

CMYK

0.0%, 31.7%, 50.0%, 76.5%

OKLCH

0.3005 0.0343 51.1

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: #3C291E;
color: #3C291E;
border-color: #3C291E;
Nearest Tailwind: Stone 800 #292524

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

13.74:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

1.53:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #3C291E?

RGB(60, 41, 30) · HSL(22.0, 33.3%, 17.6%) · CMYK(0.0%, 31.7%, 50.0%, 76.5%)

Does #3C291E meet WCAG contrast on white?

13.74:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #3C291E?

Use FFFFFF text on a #3C291E background; contrast on black is 1.53:1.