#72591E

#72591E

Color Values

HEX

#72591E

RGB

114, 89, 30

HSL

42.1, 58.3%, 28.2%

HSV

42.1, 73.7%, 44.7%

CMYK

0.0%, 21.9%, 73.7%, 55.3%

OKLCH

0.4778 0.0823 85.3

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: #72591E;
color: #72591E;
border-color: #72591E;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 900 #713F12

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

6.64:1

AA Pass AAA Fail

Text on black

3.16:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #72591E?

RGB(114, 89, 30) · HSL(42.1, 58.3%, 28.2%) · CMYK(0.0%, 21.9%, 73.7%, 55.3%)

Does #72591E meet WCAG contrast on white?

6.64:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Fail for normal text.

What text color is readable on #72591E?

Use FFFFFF text on a #72591E background; contrast on black is 3.16:1.