#735E2A

#735E2A

Overview

#735E2A is a warm, dark color. In RGB it is 115, 94, 42, in HSL 42.7°, 46.5%, 30.8%, and in CMYK 0.0%, 18.3%, 63.5%, 54.9%. The nearest named color is RAL 8000 Green Brown.

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Color Values

HEX

#735E2A

RGB

115, 94, 42

HSL

42.7, 46.5%, 30.8%

HSV

42.7, 63.5%, 45.1%

CMYK

0.0%, 18.3%, 63.5%, 54.9%

OKLCH

0.4915 0.0751 87.4

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: #735E2A;
color: #735E2A;
border-color: #735E2A;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 900 #713F12

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

6.24:1

AA Pass AAA Fail

Text on black

3.36:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #735E2A?

RGB(115, 94, 42) · HSL(42.7, 46.5%, 30.8%) · CMYK(0.0%, 18.3%, 63.5%, 54.9%)

Does #735E2A meet WCAG contrast on white?

6.24:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Fail for normal text.

What text color is readable on #735E2A?

Use FFFFFF text on a #735E2A background; contrast on black is 3.36:1.