#74552E

#74552E

Overview

#74552E is a warm, dark color. In RGB it is 116, 85, 46, in HSL 33.4°, 43.2%, 31.8%, and in CMYK 0.0%, 26.7%, 60.3%, 54.5%. The nearest named color is RAL 8008 Olive Brown.

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Color Values

HEX

#74552E

RGB

116, 85, 46

HSL

33.4, 43.2%, 31.8%

HSV

33.4, 60.3%, 45.5%

CMYK

0.0%, 26.7%, 60.3%, 54.5%

OKLCH

0.4734 0.0685 71.2

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

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

6.81:1

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 #74552E?

RGB(116, 85, 46) · HSL(33.4, 43.2%, 31.8%) · CMYK(0.0%, 26.7%, 60.3%, 54.5%)

Does #74552E meet WCAG contrast on white?

6.81:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Fail for normal text.

What text color is readable on #74552E?

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