#3D3D3B
- RGB
- 61, 61, 59
- Brightness
- 60.8
- HSL (°,%,%)
- 60°, 2%, 24%
- HSV V %
- 24%
- Lab
- 25.7, -0.4, 1.2
- CMYK (%)
- 0%, 0%, 3%, 76%
- PNG size
- 5.1 KB
- Tone / Feel
- very dark, muted cool hue
Black text
1.93:1
Fail (normal) · Fail (large)
White text
10.89:1
AAA (normal) · AAA (large)
Recommended text: White (10.89:1 — AAA / AAA)
Color Profile: #3D3D3B
Common Name: Black Magic
RGB: (61, 61, 59)
HSL: H: 0° S: 2% L: 24%
Contrast vs White: 5.3:1 (AA Pass)
Contrast vs Black: 10.5:1 (AA Pass)
Mood: #3D3D3B is a rich, dark shade with muted tones, giving off a sense of understated sophistication. It's often associated with elegance and minimalism. The color can create a calm and serious atmosphere when used in design, making it a popular choice for luxury and high-end branding. It blends seamlessly into interiors that seek a modern, industrial aesthetic, and pairs well with lighter accents to provide contrast without overwhelming the space.
Close Named Matches
- Benjamin Moore - Black Jack - #3E3E3F (ΔE=2.04)
- Behr - Slate 376 - #3E3E3D (ΔE=0.81)
- Dulux - Tudor Brown - #3F3934 (ΔE=3.72)
- PPG Pittsburgh Paints - Black Magic - #414040 (ΔE=2.03)
- Pantone - 19-0000 TCX - Raven - #413E3D (ΔE=1.70)
Why Designers Use It
- Versatility: This deep, neutral color is often chosen by designers for its ability to complement various other shades. Its richness makes it ideal for creating depth, while its subtlety ensures it doesn’t overpower other elements.
- Luxury & Minimalism: This color resonates with luxury and high-end aesthetics, making it a go-to choice for premium product designs, upscale brands, and interior design. It communicates a sense of refined elegance and quiet strength.
- Industry Use: #3D3D3B is widely used in the fashion industry, particularly in high-end apparel and accessories. It’s also found in automotive design, contributing to sleek, modern vehicle exteriors, and in the tech industry for sophisticated gadget designs.
- Natural Elements: The color carries associations with the earth and stone, adding a grounded, earthy feeling to designs that need a connection to natural materials.
- Global Affiliation: While it enjoys global popularity, #3D3D3B has gained particular attention in European design circles, where it is favored for its chic, contemporary appeal in interiors and product packaging.