#3E3730 Hex Color
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#3e3730 is a grounded, desaturated brown that leans heavily into grey. Its dark, moody weight serves as a strong background for vintage or artisanal branding. White text achieves a high 11.7:1 contrast ratio against this hex code. If you are researching what colors make black, this shade offers a softer alternative. Use it sparingly, as it can feel muddy if not paired with brighter accents.
Questions about #3e3730
What is #3e3730 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #3e3730 is rgb(62, 55, 48), in HSL hsl(30, 13%, 22%) and in CMYK 0%, 11%, 23%, 76%.
What colors pair well with #3e3730?
Is #3e3730 readable on white or black?
#3e3730 has a 11.70:1 contrast ratio on white and 1.79:1 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.