#3E3A38

#3E3A38

Color Values

HEX

#3E3A38

RGB

62, 58, 56

HSL

20.0, 5.1%, 23.1%

HSV

20.0, 9.7%, 24.3%

CMYK

0.0%, 6.5%, 9.7%, 75.7%

OKLCH

0.3518 0.0066 48.5

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: #3E3A38;
color: #3E3A38;
border-color: #3E3A38;
Nearest Tailwind: Stone 700 #44403C

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

11.25:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

1.87:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #3E3A38?

RGB(62, 58, 56) · HSL(20.0, 5.1%, 23.1%) · CMYK(0.0%, 6.5%, 9.7%, 75.7%)

Does #3E3A38 meet WCAG contrast on white?

11.25:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #3E3A38?

Use FFFFFF text on a #3E3A38 background; contrast on black is 1.87:1.