#3E3526

#3E3526

Color Values

HEX

#3E3526

RGB

62, 53, 38

HSL

37.5, 24.0%, 19.6%

HSV

37.5, 38.7%, 24.3%

CMYK

0.0%, 14.5%, 38.7%, 75.7%

OKLCH

0.334 0.0279 80.2

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: #3E3526;
color: #3E3526;
border-color: #3E3526;
Nearest Tailwind: Stone 700 #44403C

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

12.05:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

1.74:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #3E3526?

RGB(62, 53, 38) · HSL(37.5, 24.0%, 19.6%) · CMYK(0.0%, 14.5%, 38.7%, 75.7%)

Does #3E3526 meet WCAG contrast on white?

12.05:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #3E3526?

Use FFFFFF text on a #3E3526 background; contrast on black is 1.74:1.