#74502B

#74502B

Overview

#74502B is a warm, dark color. In RGB it is 116, 80, 43, in HSL 30.4°, 45.9%, 31.2%, and in CMYK 0.0%, 31.0%, 62.9%, 54.5%. The nearest named color is RAL 8008 Olive Brown.

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Color Values

HEX

#74502B

RGB

116, 80, 43

HSL

30.4, 45.9%, 31.2%

HSV

30.4, 62.9%, 45.5%

CMYK

0.0%, 31.0%, 62.9%, 54.5%

OKLCH

0.4623 0.0712 65.2

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: #74502B;
color: #74502B;
border-color: #74502B;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 900 #713F12

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

7.18:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

2.92:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #74502B?

RGB(116, 80, 43) · HSL(30.4, 45.9%, 31.2%) · CMYK(0.0%, 31.0%, 62.9%, 54.5%)

Does #74502B meet WCAG contrast on white?

7.18:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #74502B?

Use FFFFFF text on a #74502B background; contrast on black is 2.92:1.