#3E2712

#3E2712

Overview

#3E2712 is a warm, dark color. In RGB it is 62, 39, 18, in HSL 28.6°, 55.0%, 15.7%, and in CMYK 0.0%, 37.1%, 71.0%, 75.7%. The nearest named color is RAL 8014 Sepia Brown.

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Color Values

HEX

#3E2712

RGB

62, 39, 18

HSL

28.6, 55.0%, 15.7%

HSV

28.6, 71.0%, 24.3%

CMYK

0.0%, 37.1%, 71.0%, 75.7%

OKLCH

0.2962 0.0479 61.6

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

Color Blindness Simulation

CSS Usage

background-color: #3E2712;
color: #3E2712;
border-color: #3E2712;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 950 #422006

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

13.96:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

1.5:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #3E2712?

RGB(62, 39, 18) · HSL(28.6, 55.0%, 15.7%) · CMYK(0.0%, 37.1%, 71.0%, 75.7%)

Does #3E2712 meet WCAG contrast on white?

13.96:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #3E2712?

Use FFFFFF text on a #3E2712 background; contrast on black is 1.5:1.