#3E3423

#3E3423

Color Values

HEX

#3E3423

RGB

62, 52, 35

HSL

37.8, 27.8%, 19.0%

HSV

37.8, 43.5%, 24.3%

CMYK

0.0%, 16.1%, 43.5%, 75.7%

OKLCH

0.3308 0.0313 80.5

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: #3E3423;
color: #3E3423;
border-color: #3E3423;
Nearest Tailwind: Stone 700 #44403C

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

12.21:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

1.72:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #3E3423?

RGB(62, 52, 35) · HSL(37.8, 27.8%, 19.0%) · CMYK(0.0%, 16.1%, 43.5%, 75.7%)

Does #3E3423 meet WCAG contrast on white?

12.21:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #3E3423?

Use FFFFFF text on a #3E3423 background; contrast on black is 1.72:1.