#3E280D

#3E280D

Color Values

HEX

#3E280D

RGB

62, 40, 13

HSL

33.1, 65.3%, 14.7%

HSV

33.1, 79.0%, 24.3%

CMYK

0.0%, 35.5%, 79.0%, 75.7%

OKLCH

0.2978 0.0518 68.8

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: #3E280D;
color: #3E280D;
border-color: #3E280D;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 950 #422006

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

13.87:1

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 #3E280D?

RGB(62, 40, 13) · HSL(33.1, 65.3%, 14.7%) · CMYK(0.0%, 35.5%, 79.0%, 75.7%)

Does #3E280D meet WCAG contrast on white?

13.87:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #3E280D?

Use FFFFFF text on a #3E280D background; contrast on black is 1.51:1.