#745E21

#745E21

Color Values

HEX

#745E21

RGB

116, 94, 33

HSL

44.1, 55.7%, 29.2%

HSV

44.1, 71.6%, 45.5%

CMYK

0.0%, 19.0%, 71.6%, 54.5%

OKLCH

0.4916 0.0833 88.8

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: #745E21;
color: #745E21;
border-color: #745E21;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 800 #854D0E

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

6.24:1

AA Pass AAA Fail

Text on black

3.37:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #745E21?

RGB(116, 94, 33) · HSL(44.1, 55.7%, 29.2%) · CMYK(0.0%, 19.0%, 71.6%, 54.5%)

Does #745E21 meet WCAG contrast on white?

6.24:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Fail for normal text.

What text color is readable on #745E21?

Use FFFFFF text on a #745E21 background; contrast on black is 3.37:1.