#742915

#742915

Color Values

HEX

#742915

RGB

116, 41, 21

HSL

12.6, 69.3%, 26.9%

HSV

12.6, 81.9%, 45.5%

CMYK

0.0%, 64.7%, 81.9%, 54.5%

OKLCH

0.389 0.1104 35.7

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: #742915;
color: #742915;
border-color: #742915;
Nearest Tailwind: Orange 900 #7C2D12

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

10.14:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

2.07:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #742915?

RGB(116, 41, 21) · HSL(12.6, 69.3%, 26.9%) · CMYK(0.0%, 64.7%, 81.9%, 54.5%)

Does #742915 meet WCAG contrast on white?

10.14:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #742915?

Use FFFFFF text on a #742915 background; contrast on black is 2.07:1.