#744E22

#744E22

Overview

#744E22 is a warm, dark color. In RGB it is 116, 78, 34, in HSL 32.2°, 54.7%, 29.4%, and in CMYK 0.0%, 32.8%, 70.7%, 54.5%. The nearest named color is Raw Umber.

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Color Values

HEX

#744E22

RGB

116, 78, 34

HSL

32.2, 54.7%, 29.4%

HSV

32.2, 70.7%, 45.5%

CMYK

0.0%, 32.8%, 70.7%, 54.5%

OKLCH

0.4569 0.0783 67.4

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: #744E22;
color: #744E22;
border-color: #744E22;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 900 #713F12

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

7.35:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

2.86:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #744E22?

RGB(116, 78, 34) · HSL(32.2, 54.7%, 29.4%) · CMYK(0.0%, 32.8%, 70.7%, 54.5%)

Does #744E22 meet WCAG contrast on white?

7.35:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #744E22?

Use FFFFFF text on a #744E22 background; contrast on black is 2.86:1.