#714E2A

#714E2A

Overview

#714E2A is a warm, dark color. In RGB it is 113, 78, 42, in HSL 30.4°, 45.8%, 30.4%, and in CMYK 0.0%, 31.0%, 62.8%, 55.7%. The nearest named color is RAL 8008 Olive Brown.

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Color Values

HEX

#714E2A

RGB

113, 78, 42

HSL

30.4, 45.8%, 30.4%

HSV

30.4, 62.8%, 44.3%

CMYK

0.0%, 31.0%, 62.8%, 55.7%

OKLCH

0.4541 0.0696 65.3

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: #714E2A;
color: #714E2A;
border-color: #714E2A;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 900 #713F12

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

7.43:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

2.83:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #714E2A?

RGB(113, 78, 42) · HSL(30.4, 45.8%, 30.4%) · CMYK(0.0%, 31.0%, 62.8%, 55.7%)

Does #714E2A meet WCAG contrast on white?

7.43:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #714E2A?

Use FFFFFF text on a #714E2A background; contrast on black is 2.83:1.