#3E2A1A Hex Color
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Dark and heavily muted, #3e2a1a is a brown with warm red and gray undertones. Its low lightness creates a serious, mysterious mood suited to vintage branding, coffee packaging, tobacco, chocolate, and artisan products. Use the hex code as a dominant background with white text, which offers about 13.5:1 contrast, or as a grounding accent.
Questions about #3e2a1a
What is #3e2a1a in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #3e2a1a is rgb(62, 42, 26), in HSL hsl(27, 41%, 17%) and in CMYK 0%, 32%, 58%, 76%. Browse more shades of black with names and hex codes.
Does #3e2a1a read as a warm or cool brown?
#3e2a1a reads as a warm, subdued brown because its red undertone adds heat, while its low lightness and gray content keep the effect restrained. It feels grounded, serious, and slightly mysterious rather than bright or rustic.
What colors pair well with #3e2a1a?
#3e2a1a pairs well with warm neutrals, cream, muted gold, and terracotta, which bring out its red-brown warmth without overwhelming it. For a sharper contrast, use white or pale beige in text, borders, or open space.
Is #3e2a1a readable on white or black?
#3e2a1a has a 13.54:1 contrast ratio on white and 1.55:1 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.