#382A1C Hex Color
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A dark, matte brown with dusty, grey undertones, #382a1c conveys reliability and serious strength. This muted shade creates a moody backdrop for vintage designs or branding related to coffee, tobacco, and artisan goods. Its understated, earthy quality provides warmth without overwhelming a layout. Designers often select this hex code to anchor complex color palettes that require a grounded, neutral presence.
Questions about #382a1c
What is #382a1c in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #382a1c is rgb(56, 42, 28), in HSL hsl(30, 33%, 16%) and in CMYK 0%, 25%, 50%, 78%.
Is #382a1c readable on white or black?
#382a1c has a 13.85:1 contrast ratio on white and 1.51:1 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.