#745C16

#745C16

Color Values

HEX

#745C16

RGB

116, 92, 22

HSL

44.7, 68.1%, 27.1%

HSV

44.7, 81.0%, 45.5%

CMYK

0.0%, 20.7%, 81.0%, 54.5%

OKLCH

0.4861 0.0899 88.7

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: #745C16;
color: #745C16;
border-color: #745C16;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 800 #854D0E

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

6.39:1

AA Pass AAA Fail

Text on black

3.29:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #745C16?

RGB(116, 92, 22) · HSL(44.7, 68.1%, 27.1%) · CMYK(0.0%, 20.7%, 81.0%, 54.5%)

Does #745C16 meet WCAG contrast on white?

6.39:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Fail for normal text.

What text color is readable on #745C16?

Use FFFFFF text on a #745C16 background; contrast on black is 3.29:1.