#3C2019 Hex Color
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This dark, dusty brown carries heavy red undertones that create a somber, serious atmosphere. Because of its extremely low saturation, #3c2019 functions best as a grounding neutral rather than a vibrant pop of color. It pairs surprisingly well with muted cream or pale sage for a grounded, organic aesthetic. The hex code for this shade is #3c2019, which provides excellent accessibility for white text overlays.
Questions about #3c2019
What is #3c2019 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #3c2019 is rgb(60, 32, 25), in HSL hsl(12, 41%, 17%) and in CMYK 0%, 47%, 58%, 76%.
What colors pair well with the deep tone of #3c2019?
#3c2019 creates a sophisticated, grounded aesthetic when paired with muted sage greens or soft, creamy off-whites. These lighter, desaturated colors provide a necessary contrast to the heavy, serious nature of the brown, preventing the design from feeling too closed-in or dark.
Is #3c2019 readable on white or black?
#3c2019 has a 14.86:1 contrast ratio on white and 1.41:1 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.