#3E3023 Hex Color
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This muted, dark brown reads like raw coffee or aged wood. With its ashy, near-grey undertone, #3e3023 provides a serious, grounded base for branding or moody UI layouts. It lacks warmth, so pair it with crisp whites to maintain visibility, or use it as a 60% background element. The hex code #3e3023 offers a reliable, low-contrast alternative to black in vintage or artisan-focused design palettes.
Questions about #3e3023
What is #3e3023 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #3e3023 is rgb(62, 48, 35), in HSL hsl(29, 28%, 19%) and in CMYK 0%, 23%, 44%, 76%. Browse more shades of black with names and hex codes.
What colors pair best with #3e3023?
This color thrives alongside high-contrast neutrals like crisp whites or warm creams to ensure readability. For accent palettes, #3e3023 works exceptionally well with dusty blues or muted terracotta, which lean into its organic, wood-like aesthetic without fighting for dominance.
Is #3e3023 suitable for text usage?
Use #3e3023 sparingly for body text because its low-contrast nature can strain eyes. It functions best as a dark background color or for large, bold headers where its ashy, grounded quality can set a serious tone without the harshness of pure black.
Is #3e3023 readable on white or black?
#3e3023 has a 12.71:1 contrast ratio on white and 1.65:1 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.