#74341B

#74341B

Color Values

HEX

#74341B

RGB

116, 52, 27

HSL

16.9, 62.2%, 28.0%

HSV

16.9, 76.7%, 45.5%

CMYK

0.0%, 55.2%, 76.7%, 54.5%

OKLCH

0.4067 0.0976 41.0

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: #74341B;
color: #74341B;
border-color: #74341B;
Nearest Tailwind: Amber 900 #78350F

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

9.33:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

2.25:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #74341B?

RGB(116, 52, 27) · HSL(16.9, 62.2%, 28.0%) · CMYK(0.0%, 55.2%, 76.7%, 54.5%)

Does #74341B meet WCAG contrast on white?

9.33:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #74341B?

Use FFFFFF text on a #74341B background; contrast on black is 2.25:1.