#3E2823

#3E2823

Color Values

HEX

#3E2823

RGB

62, 40, 35

HSL

11.1, 27.8%, 19.0%

HSV

11.1, 43.5%, 24.3%

CMYK

0.0%, 35.5%, 43.5%, 75.7%

OKLCH

0.3022 0.0346 33.3

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: #3E2823;
color: #3E2823;
border-color: #3E2823;
Nearest Tailwind: Stone 800 #292524

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

13.7:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

1.53:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #3E2823?

RGB(62, 40, 35) · HSL(11.1, 27.8%, 19.0%) · CMYK(0.0%, 35.5%, 43.5%, 75.7%)

Does #3E2823 meet WCAG contrast on white?

13.7:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #3E2823?

Use FFFFFF text on a #3E2823 background; contrast on black is 1.53:1.