#3E2517
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#3E2517
Overview
#3E2517 is a warm, dark color. In RGB it is 62, 37, 23, in HSL 21.5°, 45.9%, 16.7%, and in CMYK 0.0%, 40.3%, 62.9%, 75.7%. The nearest named color is RAL 8016 Mahogany Brown.
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Color Values
#3E2517
62, 37, 23
21.5, 45.9%, 16.7%
21.5, 62.9%, 24.3%
0.0%, 40.3%, 62.9%, 75.7%
0.2926 0.0449 49.6
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
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CSS Usage
background-color: #3E2517;
color: #3E2517;
border-color: #3E2517;
Yellow 950
#422006
Tailwind Shades
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Text on white
14.17:1
Text on black
1.48:1
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Frequently Asked Questions
What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #3E2517?
RGB(62, 37, 23) · HSL(21.5, 45.9%, 16.7%) · CMYK(0.0%, 40.3%, 62.9%, 75.7%)
Does #3E2517 meet WCAG contrast on white?
14.17:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.
What text color is readable on #3E2517?
Use FFFFFF text on a #3E2517 background; contrast on black is 1.48:1.