#3D280E

#3D280E

Color Values

HEX

#3D280E

RGB

61, 40, 14

HSL

33.2, 62.7%, 14.7%

HSV

33.2, 77.0%, 23.9%

CMYK

0.0%, 34.4%, 77.0%, 76.1%

OKLCH

0.2965 0.0501 69.4

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: #3D280E;
color: #3D280E;
border-color: #3D280E;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 950 #422006

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

13.92:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

1.51:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #3D280E?

RGB(61, 40, 14) · HSL(33.2, 62.7%, 14.7%) · CMYK(0.0%, 34.4%, 77.0%, 76.1%)

Does #3D280E meet WCAG contrast on white?

13.92:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #3D280E?

Use FFFFFF text on a #3D280E background; contrast on black is 1.51:1.