#3E221A

#3E221A

Overview

#3E221A is a warm, dark color. In RGB it is 62, 34, 26, in HSL 13.3°, 40.9%, 17.3%, and in CMYK 0.0%, 45.2%, 58.1%, 75.7%. The nearest named color is RAL 8016 Mahogany Brown.

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Color Values

HEX

#3E221A

RGB

62, 34, 26

HSL

13.3, 40.9%, 17.3%

HSV

13.3, 58.1%, 24.3%

CMYK

0.0%, 45.2%, 58.1%, 75.7%

OKLCH

0.2867 0.0457 36.7

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: #3E221A;
color: #3E221A;
border-color: #3E221A;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 950 #422006

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

14.5:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

1.45:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #3E221A?

RGB(62, 34, 26) · HSL(13.3, 40.9%, 17.3%) · CMYK(0.0%, 45.2%, 58.1%, 75.7%)

Does #3E221A meet WCAG contrast on white?

14.5:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #3E221A?

Use FFFFFF text on a #3E221A background; contrast on black is 1.45:1.