#3E3531

#3E3531

Color Values

HEX

#3E3531

RGB

62, 53, 49

HSL

18.5, 11.7%, 21.8%

HSV

18.5, 21.0%, 24.3%

CMYK

0.0%, 14.5%, 21.0%, 75.7%

OKLCH

0.3372 0.0146 45.4

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: #3E3531;
color: #3E3531;
border-color: #3E3531;
Nearest Tailwind: Stone 700 #44403C

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

11.94:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

1.76:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #3E3531?

RGB(62, 53, 49) · HSL(18.5, 11.7%, 21.8%) · CMYK(0.0%, 14.5%, 21.0%, 75.7%)

Does #3E3531 meet WCAG contrast on white?

11.94:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #3E3531?

Use FFFFFF text on a #3E3531 background; contrast on black is 1.76:1.