#72402C

#72402C

Color Values

HEX

#72402C

RGB

114, 64, 44

HSL

17.1, 44.3%, 31.0%

HSV

17.1, 61.4%, 44.7%

CMYK

0.0%, 43.9%, 61.4%, 55.3%

OKLCH

0.4277 0.0766 42.2

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: #72402C;
color: #72402C;
border-color: #72402C;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 900 #713F12

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

8.45:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

2.49:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

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

RGB(114, 64, 44) · HSL(17.1, 44.3%, 31.0%) · CMYK(0.0%, 43.9%, 61.4%, 55.3%)

Does #72402C meet WCAG contrast on white?

8.45:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #72402C?

Use FFFFFF text on a #72402C background; contrast on black is 2.49:1.