#3B1718 Hex Color
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#3b1718 is a very dark, muted red with warm brown undertones and a matte, wine-like depth. Its low lightness creates a serious, mysterious mood, while restrained saturation keeps it refined rather than vivid. Use the hex code #3b1718 as a supporting tone or moody background. White text provides strong WCAG AA contrast for body copy.
Questions about #3b1718
What is #3b1718 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #3b1718 is rgb(59, 23, 24), in HSL hsl(358, 44%, 16%) and in CMYK 0%, 61%, 59%, 77%.
What colors pair well with #3b1718?
#3b1718 pairs well with warm ivory, sand, muted sage, and soft blush, because these lighter, softened tones balance its deep red-brown base without making the palette feel harsh or overly bright. Use pale neutrals for backgrounds and reserve stronger accents sparingly.
Does #3b1718 work with white text?
#3b1718 works well with white text, providing strong contrast for body copy and meeting WCAG AA in typical text use when rendered as a solid background with standard web rendering. Check the final font size and weight when placing text over images or gradients.
Is #3b1718 readable on white or black?
#3b1718 has a 15.88:1 contrast ratio on white and 1.32:1 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.