#3B3633 Hex Color
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#3b3633 is a dark, low-saturation grey with a subtle warm brown undertone. Its dim, ashy character brings seriousness, depth, and restraint to a palette without strong color. Use it as a dominant background in moody interfaces, architecture, or product design, then add warm off-white type. The hex code #3b3633 supports white text with about 11.9:1 contrast.
Questions about #3b3633
What is #3b3633 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #3b3633 is rgb(59, 54, 51), in HSL hsl(23, 7%, 22%) and in CMYK 0%, 8%, 14%, 77%.
What colors pair well with #3b3633?
Pair #3b3633 with warm off-white, muted terracotta, or pale wood tones to soften its dark, brown-leaning base without losing its serious mood. These combinations work well in interiors, packaging, and restrained brand systems.
Is #3b3633 readable on white or black?
#3b3633 has a 11.92:1 contrast ratio on white and 1.76:1 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.