#72391F

#72391F

Color Values

HEX

#72391F

RGB

114, 57, 31

HSL

18.8, 57.2%, 28.4%

HSV

18.8, 72.8%, 44.7%

CMYK

0.0%, 50.0%, 72.8%, 55.3%

OKLCH

0.4127 0.089 44.0

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: #72391F;
color: #72391F;
border-color: #72391F;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 900 #713F12

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

9.05:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

2.32:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #72391F?

RGB(114, 57, 31) · HSL(18.8, 57.2%, 28.4%) · CMYK(0.0%, 50.0%, 72.8%, 55.3%)

Does #72391F meet WCAG contrast on white?

9.05:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #72391F?

Use FFFFFF text on a #72391F background; contrast on black is 2.32:1.