#742B17

#742B17

Overview

#742B17 is a warm, dark color. In RGB it is 116, 43, 23, in HSL 12.9°, 66.9%, 27.3%, and in CMYK 0.0%, 62.9%, 80.2%, 54.5%. The nearest named color is RAL 3011 Brown Red.

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Color Values

HEX

#742B17

RGB

116, 43, 23

HSL

12.9, 66.9%, 27.3%

HSV

12.9, 80.2%, 45.5%

CMYK

0.0%, 62.9%, 80.2%, 54.5%

OKLCH

0.3921 0.1079 36.1

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: #742B17;
color: #742B17;
border-color: #742B17;
Nearest Tailwind: Orange 900 #7C2D12

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

10.0:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

2.1:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #742B17?

RGB(116, 43, 23) · HSL(12.9, 66.9%, 27.3%) · CMYK(0.0%, 62.9%, 80.2%, 54.5%)

Does #742B17 meet WCAG contrast on white?

10.0:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #742B17?

Use FFFFFF text on a #742B17 background; contrast on black is 2.1:1.