#74552B

#74552B

Overview

#74552B is a warm, dark color. In RGB it is 116, 85, 43, in HSL 34.5°, 45.9%, 31.2%, and in CMYK 0.0%, 26.7%, 62.9%, 54.5%. The nearest named color is RAL 8008 Olive Brown.

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Color Values

HEX

#74552B

RGB

116, 85, 43

HSL

34.5, 45.9%, 31.2%

HSV

34.5, 62.9%, 45.5%

CMYK

0.0%, 26.7%, 62.9%, 54.5%

OKLCH

0.4729 0.0712 72.9

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: #74552B;
color: #74552B;
border-color: #74552B;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 900 #713F12

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

6.83:1

AA Pass AAA Fail

Text on black

3.08:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #74552B?

RGB(116, 85, 43) · HSL(34.5, 45.9%, 31.2%) · CMYK(0.0%, 26.7%, 62.9%, 54.5%)

Does #74552B meet WCAG contrast on white?

6.83:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Fail for normal text.

What text color is readable on #74552B?

Use FFFFFF text on a #74552B background; contrast on black is 3.08:1.