#74402C

#74402C

Color Values

HEX

#74402C

RGB

116, 64, 44

HSL

16.7, 45.0%, 31.4%

HSV

16.7, 62.1%, 45.5%

CMYK

0.0%, 44.8%, 62.1%, 54.5%

OKLCH

0.4306 0.0791 41.5

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: #74402C;
color: #74402C;
border-color: #74402C;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 900 #713F12

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

8.36:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

2.51:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #74402C?

RGB(116, 64, 44) · HSL(16.7, 45.0%, 31.4%) · CMYK(0.0%, 44.8%, 62.1%, 54.5%)

Does #74402C meet WCAG contrast on white?

8.36:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #74402C?

Use FFFFFF text on a #74402C background; contrast on black is 2.51:1.