#3C342C

#3C342C

Color Values

HEX

#3C342C

RGB

60, 52, 44

HSL

30.0, 15.4%, 20.4%

HSV

30.0, 26.7%, 23.5%

CMYK

0.0%, 13.3%, 26.7%, 76.5%

OKLCH

0.3309 0.0178 67.1

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: #3C342C;
color: #3C342C;
border-color: #3C342C;
Nearest Tailwind: Stone 700 #44403C

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

12.21:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

1.72:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #3C342C?

RGB(60, 52, 44) · HSL(30.0, 15.4%, 20.4%) · CMYK(0.0%, 13.3%, 26.7%, 76.5%)

Does #3C342C meet WCAG contrast on white?

12.21:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #3C342C?

Use FFFFFF text on a #3C342C background; contrast on black is 1.72:1.