#382011 Hex Color
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Dark and heavily muted, #382011 is a brown hex code with warm red undertones and very low brightness. Its gloomy, dusty character suggests seriousness, strength, and comfort, making it effective in coffee, chocolate, tobacco, artisan, and vintage branding. Use it as a dominant background with white text, which achieves about 15.2:1 contrast, while lighter accents prevent the design from feeling muddy.
Questions about #382011
What is #382011 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #382011 is rgb(56, 32, 17), in HSL hsl(23, 53%, 14%) and in CMYK 0%, 43%, 70%, 78%. Browse more shades of brown with names and hex codes.
Is #382011 a warm or cool color?
#382011 reads as a warm, heavily muted brown because its red undertones remain visible despite its very low brightness; it conveys seriousness, comfort, strength, and a dusty vintage mood in visual design. It works well for coffee, chocolate, artisan, and heritage-inspired themes.
What colors pair well with #382011 in a palette?
#382011 pairs well with cream, warm white, muted terracotta, and sage, which brighten its very dark brown base while keeping the palette earthy; use these lighter accents for separation and readability in branding, interiors, or web layouts.
Is #382011 readable on white or black?
#382011 has a 15.18:1 contrast ratio on white and 1.38:1 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.