#382B1F Hex Color
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This dark, muted brown carries an ashy, ink-like quality that feels grounded and stoic. Because #382b1f is highly saturated with shadow, it functions best as a supporting background rather than a primary element. It pairs well with creams or soft, dusty terracottas to balance its severity. With a strong contrast ratio against white text, this hex code remains readable for both UI components and large-scale type.
Questions about #382b1f
What is #382b1f in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #382b1f is rgb(56, 43, 31), in HSL hsl(29, 29%, 17%) and in CMYK 0%, 23%, 45%, 78%.
What colors pair best with the dark brown #382b1f?
#382b1f works beautifully with soft, creamy off-whites or dusty terracotta tones to balance its inherent severity. These lighter neutrals provide the necessary contrast to keep the dark, ink-like base from feeling too heavy in a composition.
How should I use #382b1f in UI design?
Use #382b1f as a supporting background or for large-scale typography where you need a grounded, serious aesthetic. Because it maintains high contrast against white or cream text, it remains perfectly readable for UI components that require a sophisticated, muted look.
Is #382b1f readable on white or black?
#382b1f has a 13.69:1 contrast ratio on white and 1.53:1 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.