#73442F

#73442F

Overview

#73442F is a warm, dark color. In RGB it is 115, 68, 47, in HSL 18.5°, 42.0%, 31.8%, and in CMYK 0.0%, 40.9%, 59.1%, 54.9%. The nearest named color is RAL 8002 Signal Brown.

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Color Values

HEX

#73442F

RGB

115, 68, 47

HSL

18.5, 42.0%, 31.8%

HSV

18.5, 59.1%, 45.1%

CMYK

0.0%, 40.9%, 59.1%, 54.9%

OKLCH

0.4373 0.0729 44.5

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: #73442F;
color: #73442F;
border-color: #73442F;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 900 #713F12

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

8.09:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

2.6:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #73442F?

RGB(115, 68, 47) · HSL(18.5, 42.0%, 31.8%) · CMYK(0.0%, 40.9%, 59.1%, 54.9%)

Does #73442F meet WCAG contrast on white?

8.09:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #73442F?

Use FFFFFF text on a #73442F background; contrast on black is 2.6:1.