#352822 Hex Color
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Reach for this dark brown when black feels too harsh but the design still needs depth. The hex code #352822 is muted and ashy, with just enough warmth to stay brown instead of grey. It works best as a supporting tone or background in coffee, vintage, and moody layouts. White text on it hits about 14.2:1 contrast, easily past WCAG standards. A brighter accent keeps it from going muddy.
Questions about #352822
What is #352822 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #352822 is rgb(53, 40, 34), in HSL hsl(19, 22%, 17%) and in CMYK 0%, 25%, 36%, 79%.
What colors pair well with #352822?
Warm cream, terracotta, and faded sage all sit well against #352822. The brown is dark and low in saturation, so it supports these tones without overpowering them, though pale greys can wash out beside it.
What mood does #352822 convey?
It reads serious, grounded, and a little somber. The darkness suggests reliability and quiet strength, while the brown undertone adds enough warmth to keep designs feeling secure rather than cold.
Is #352822 readable on white or black?
#352822 has a 14.20:1 contrast ratio on white and 1.47:1 on black. WCAG asks for 4.5:1 for body text and 3:1 for large text, so on white it works for body text and on black it is too faint for text. Try other pairs in the contrast checker.