#743B21

#743B21

Color Values

HEX

#743B21

RGB

116, 59, 33

HSL

18.8, 55.7%, 29.2%

HSV

18.8, 71.6%, 45.5%

CMYK

0.0%, 49.1%, 71.6%, 54.5%

OKLCH

0.4197 0.0888 44.1

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: #743B21;
color: #743B21;
border-color: #743B21;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 900 #713F12

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

8.79:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

2.39:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #743B21?

RGB(116, 59, 33) · HSL(18.8, 55.7%, 29.2%) · CMYK(0.0%, 49.1%, 71.6%, 54.5%)

Does #743B21 meet WCAG contrast on white?

8.79:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #743B21?

Use FFFFFF text on a #743B21 background; contrast on black is 2.39:1.