#382A0B Hex Color
A serious, deep, and earthy olive
This very dark, desaturated yellow leans heavily into muddy olive tones. The hex code #382a0b creates a serious, gloomy atmosphere that can feel quite heavy if overused. It works best as a moody accent or border rather than a large background field. Because it is so dark, white text offers excellent readability against it, making this a practical choice for dark mode UI elements.
Questions about #382a0b
What is #382a0b in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #382a0b is rgb(56, 42, 11), in HSL hsl(41, 67%, 13%) and in CMYK 0%, 25%, 80%, 78%.
What colors pair best with the dark olive tone of #382a0b?
This deep, muddy shade works beautifully with lighter, creamy neutrals like ivory or pale beige to maintain readability. For a more sophisticated contrast, try pairing it with muted terracotta or soft sage to balance its heavy, earthy intensity.
Is #382a0b a good choice for text-heavy web interfaces?
While #382a0b is excellent for background sections or borders, it is generally too dark for primary body text. Use it instead as a sophisticated background base for white or off-white typography, which creates a grounded, professional look without eye strain.
Is #382a0b readable on white or black?
#382a0b has a 13.96:1 contrast ratio on white and 1.50:1 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.