#38250D Hex Color
A moody, grounded nearly black brown
#38250d is a nearly black, dusty brown with heavy, somber undertones. Its lack of saturation creates a moody, serious atmosphere perfect for grounded, minimalist designs. Use this hex code as a 60 percent base rather than a detail color, as it tends to disappear in smaller UI elements. White text provides excellent accessibility here, offering strong contrast against the dim, earthy backdrop.
Questions about #38250d
What is #38250d in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #38250d is rgb(56, 37, 13), in HSL hsl(33, 62%, 14%) and in CMYK 0%, 34%, 77%, 78%.
Why is #38250d difficult to use in small UI elements?
#38250d suffers from low contrast and minimal saturation, making fine lines or small text virtually invisible against most backgrounds. It functions best as a large-scale structural base color rather than a primary foreground or icon color.
What colors pair well with #38250d?
Pair #38250d with high-contrast, lighter neutrals like cream or soft beige to ensure readability. Because it is so dark and earthy, adding a pop of muted terracotta or sage can introduce warmth without overpowering the serious, minimalist aesthetic.
Is #38250d readable on white or black?
#38250d has a 14.59:1 contrast ratio on white and 1.43:1 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.