#3A302A Hex Color
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#3a302a is a very dark, muted brown with ashy gray undertones. Its low lightness creates a serious, secluded mood, while the warm base adds weight and comfort. The hex code #3a302a works well as a supporting tone for coffee, chocolate, vintage, and artisan branding. White text has strong contrast, making it practical for dark backgrounds.
Questions about #3a302a
What is #3a302a in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #3a302a is rgb(58, 48, 42), in HSL hsl(23, 16%, 20%) and in CMYK 0%, 17%, 28%, 77%. Browse more shades of black with names and hex codes.
What colors pair well with #3a302a in a design?
#3a302a pairs best with warm off-white, muted sage, dusty terracotta, and subdued gold, which lift its low lightness without making the palette harsh. These lighter accents also preserve its serious, low-key character.
Does #3a302a read as a warm or cool color?
#3a302a reads warm because its brown base carries a subtle red-orange cast, though its low saturation and ashy gray undertone soften that warmth. It feels more grounded than rich, making it suitable for serious branding, rustic packaging, and subdued editorial layouts.
Is #3a302a readable on white or black?
#3a302a has a 12.83:1 contrast ratio on white and 1.63:1 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.