#74401F

#74401F

Color Values

HEX

#74401F

RGB

116, 64, 31

HSL

23.3, 57.8%, 28.8%

HSV

23.3, 73.3%, 45.5%

CMYK

0.0%, 44.8%, 73.3%, 54.5%

OKLCH

0.4286 0.0859 50.9

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: #74401F;
color: #74401F;
border-color: #74401F;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 900 #713F12

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

8.41:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

2.5:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #74401F?

RGB(116, 64, 31) · HSL(23.3, 57.8%, 28.8%) · CMYK(0.0%, 44.8%, 73.3%, 54.5%)

Does #74401F meet WCAG contrast on white?

8.41:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #74401F?

Use FFFFFF text on a #74401F background; contrast on black is 2.5:1.