#3E290C

#3E290C

Color Values

HEX

#3E290C

RGB

62, 41, 12

HSL

34.8, 67.6%, 14.5%

HSV

34.8, 80.6%, 24.3%

CMYK

0.0%, 33.9%, 80.6%, 75.7%

OKLCH

0.3 0.0526 71.9

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: #3E290C;
color: #3E290C;
border-color: #3E290C;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 950 #422006

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

13.75:1

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 #3E290C?

RGB(62, 41, 12) · HSL(34.8, 67.6%, 14.5%) · CMYK(0.0%, 33.9%, 80.6%, 75.7%)

Does #3E290C meet WCAG contrast on white?

13.75:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #3E290C?

Use FFFFFF text on a #3E290C background; contrast on black is 1.53:1.