#74591B

#74591B

Color Values

HEX

#74591B

RGB

116, 89, 27

HSL

41.8, 62.2%, 28.0%

HSV

41.8, 76.7%, 45.5%

CMYK

0.0%, 23.3%, 76.7%, 54.5%

OKLCH

0.4798 0.0852 84.3

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: #74591B;
color: #74591B;
border-color: #74591B;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 800 #854D0E

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

6.59:1

AA Pass AAA Fail

Text on black

3.19:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #74591B?

RGB(116, 89, 27) · HSL(41.8, 62.2%, 28.0%) · CMYK(0.0%, 23.3%, 76.7%, 54.5%)

Does #74591B meet WCAG contrast on white?

6.59:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Fail for normal text.

What text color is readable on #74591B?

Use FFFFFF text on a #74591B background; contrast on black is 3.19:1.