#3C311A

#3C311A

Color Values

HEX

#3C311A

RGB

60, 49, 26

HSL

40.6, 39.5%, 16.9%

HSV

40.6, 56.7%, 23.5%

CMYK

0.0%, 18.3%, 56.7%, 76.5%

OKLCH

0.319 0.0398 84.7

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: #3C311A;
color: #3C311A;
border-color: #3C311A;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 950 #422006

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

12.76:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

1.65:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #3C311A?

RGB(60, 49, 26) · HSL(40.6, 39.5%, 16.9%) · CMYK(0.0%, 18.3%, 56.7%, 76.5%)

Does #3C311A meet WCAG contrast on white?

12.76:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #3C311A?

Use FFFFFF text on a #3C311A background; contrast on black is 1.65:1.