#704E15

#704E15

Color Values

HEX

#704E15

RGB

112, 78, 21

HSL

37.6, 68.4%, 26.1%

HSV

37.6, 81.2%, 43.9%

CMYK

0.0%, 30.4%, 81.2%, 56.1%

OKLCH

0.4505 0.0841 75.8

Properties

Color Psychology

Dark browns like chocolate and espresso project richness, indulgence, and masculine elegance. They carry the warmth of wood-paneled studies and aged leather, evoking comfort and established tradition. These deep tones suggest solidity, dependability, and mature sophistication.

Design Usage

Dark brown excels as a text color alternative to pure black, providing warmth and reducing visual harshness. It suits coffee roasters, chocolate brands, and heritage accessories with a tradition focus. Pair it with cream, gold, or burnt orange for a luxurious, warm-toned design system.

Color Harmonies

Color Blindness Simulation

CSS Usage

background-color: #704E15;
color: #704E15;
border-color: #704E15;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 900 #713F12

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

7.53:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

2.79:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #704E15?

RGB(112, 78, 21) · HSL(37.6, 68.4%, 26.1%) · CMYK(0.0%, 30.4%, 81.2%, 56.1%)

Does #704E15 meet WCAG contrast on white?

7.53:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #704E15?

Use FFFFFF text on a #704E15 background; contrast on black is 2.79:1.