#72402A

#72402A

Color Values

HEX

#72402A

RGB

114, 64, 42

HSL

18.3, 46.2%, 30.6%

HSV

18.3, 63.2%, 44.7%

CMYK

0.0%, 43.9%, 63.2%, 55.3%

OKLCH

0.4274 0.0776 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: #72402A;
color: #72402A;
border-color: #72402A;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 900 #713F12

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

8.46:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

2.48:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #72402A?

RGB(114, 64, 42) · HSL(18.3, 46.2%, 30.6%) · CMYK(0.0%, 43.9%, 63.2%, 55.3%)

Does #72402A meet WCAG contrast on white?

8.46:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #72402A?

Use FFFFFF text on a #72402A background; contrast on black is 2.48:1.