#742C1D

#742C1D

Overview

#742C1D is a warm, dark color. In RGB it is 116, 44, 29, in HSL 10.3°, 60.0%, 28.4%, and in CMYK 0.0%, 62.1%, 75.0%, 54.5%. The nearest named color is RAL 3011 Brown Red.

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Color Values

HEX

#742C1D

RGB

116, 44, 29

HSL

10.3, 60.0%, 28.4%

HSV

10.3, 75.0%, 45.5%

CMYK

0.0%, 62.1%, 75.0%, 54.5%

OKLCH

0.3943 0.1052 33.5

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: #742C1D;
color: #742C1D;
border-color: #742C1D;
Nearest Tailwind: Orange 900 #7C2D12

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

9.9:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

2.12:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #742C1D?

RGB(116, 44, 29) · HSL(10.3, 60.0%, 28.4%) · CMYK(0.0%, 62.1%, 75.0%, 54.5%)

Does #742C1D meet WCAG contrast on white?

9.9:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #742C1D?

Use FFFFFF text on a #742C1D background; contrast on black is 2.12:1.