#3C3227

#3C3227

Color Values

HEX

#3C3227

RGB

60, 50, 39

HSL

31.4, 21.2%, 19.4%

HSV

31.4, 35.0%, 23.5%

CMYK

0.0%, 16.7%, 35.0%, 76.5%

OKLCH

0.3245 0.0235 69.5

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: #3C3227;
color: #3C3227;
border-color: #3C3227;
Nearest Tailwind: Stone 700 #44403C

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

12.52:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

1.68:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #3C3227?

RGB(60, 50, 39) · HSL(31.4, 21.2%, 19.4%) · CMYK(0.0%, 16.7%, 35.0%, 76.5%)

Does #3C3227 meet WCAG contrast on white?

12.52:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #3C3227?

Use FFFFFF text on a #3C3227 background; contrast on black is 1.68:1.