#3D221C

#3D221C

Overview

#3D221C is a warm, dark color. In RGB it is 61, 34, 28, in HSL 10.9°, 37.1%, 17.5%, and in CMYK 0.0%, 44.3%, 54.1%, 76.1%. The nearest named color is RAL 8016 Mahogany Brown.

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Color Values

HEX

#3D221C

RGB

61, 34, 28

HSL

10.9, 37.1%, 17.5%

HSV

10.9, 54.1%, 23.9%

CMYK

0.0%, 44.3%, 54.1%, 76.1%

OKLCH

0.2857 0.0433 33.3

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: #3D221C;
color: #3D221C;
border-color: #3D221C;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 950 #422006

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

14.54:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

1.44:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #3D221C?

RGB(61, 34, 28) · HSL(10.9, 37.1%, 17.5%) · CMYK(0.0%, 44.3%, 54.1%, 76.1%)

Does #3D221C meet WCAG contrast on white?

14.54:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #3D221C?

Use FFFFFF text on a #3D221C background; contrast on black is 1.44:1.