#74472C

#74472C

Color Values

HEX

#74472C

RGB

116, 71, 44

HSL

22.5, 45.0%, 31.4%

HSV

22.5, 62.1%, 45.5%

CMYK

0.0%, 38.8%, 62.1%, 54.5%

OKLCH

0.4441 0.0737 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: #74472C;
color: #74472C;
border-color: #74472C;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 900 #713F12

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

7.84:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

2.68:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #74472C?

RGB(116, 71, 44) · HSL(22.5, 45.0%, 31.4%) · CMYK(0.0%, 38.8%, 62.1%, 54.5%)

Does #74472C meet WCAG contrast on white?

7.84:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #74472C?

Use FFFFFF text on a #74472C background; contrast on black is 2.68:1.