#3B3F31 Hex Color
Dusty green with a shadowed edge
Think of moss growing on a shaded stone. #3b3f31 is a dark, dusty lime pushed so close to gray that its green shows only in soft light. That muted, matte character makes it a strong base for moody layouts and nature-themed sports or gaming design. It flatters warm accents like burnt orange. White text on the hex code reaches about 10.8:1 contrast, so small body text stays readable. The shade sits near what you get mixing black into brighter greens.
Questions about #3b3f31
What is #3b3f31 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #3b3f31 is rgb(59, 63, 49), in HSL hsl(77, 13%, 22%) and in CMYK 6%, 0%, 22%, 75%.
What colors pair well with #3b3f31?
#3b3f31 pairs best with warm accents like burnt orange, terracotta, or mustard, which lift its muted green without clashing. Soft cream also works as a light counterpoint. Avoid bright cool tones, they make it read muddy.
Is #3b3f31 a good background color for text?
Yes. #3b3f31 gives white text a contrast ratio of about 10.8:1, well above the 4.5:1 needed for WCAG AA body text. Dark text on it fails, so stick to light type on this shade.
What does the color #3b3f31 feel like in a design?
#3b3f31 feels serious and understated, with a calm, earthy gloom that suits moody branding and nature themes. Its low saturation keeps it subdued rather than energetic, so use it for depth instead of attention.
Is #3b3f31 readable on white or black?
#3b3f31 has a 10.81:1 contrast ratio on white and 1.94:1 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.