#3E2E26

#3E2E26

Overview

#3E2E26 is a warm, dark color. In RGB it is 62, 46, 38, in HSL 20.0°, 24.0%, 19.6%, and in CMYK 0.0%, 25.8%, 38.7%, 75.7%. The nearest named color is RAL 8017 Chocolate Brown.

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Color Values

HEX

#3E2E26

RGB

62, 46, 38

HSL

20.0, 24.0%, 19.6%

HSV

20.0, 38.7%, 24.3%

CMYK

0.0%, 25.8%, 38.7%, 75.7%

OKLCH

0.317 0.0274 47.8

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: #3E2E26;
color: #3E2E26;
border-color: #3E2E26;
Nearest Tailwind: Stone 800 #292524

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

12.93:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

1.62:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #3E2E26?

RGB(62, 46, 38) · HSL(20.0, 24.0%, 19.6%) · CMYK(0.0%, 25.8%, 38.7%, 75.7%)

Does #3E2E26 meet WCAG contrast on white?

12.93:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #3E2E26?

Use FFFFFF text on a #3E2E26 background; contrast on black is 1.62:1.