#74602B

#74602B

Color Values

HEX

#74602B

RGB

116, 96, 43

HSL

43.6, 45.9%, 31.2%

HSV

43.6, 62.9%, 45.5%

CMYK

0.0%, 17.2%, 62.9%, 54.5%

OKLCH

0.4972 0.0758 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: #74602B;
color: #74602B;
border-color: #74602B;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 900 #713F12

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

6.09:1

AA Pass AAA Fail

Text on black

3.45:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #74602B?

RGB(116, 96, 43) · HSL(43.6, 45.9%, 31.2%) · CMYK(0.0%, 17.2%, 62.9%, 54.5%)

Does #74602B meet WCAG contrast on white?

6.09:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Fail for normal text.

What text color is readable on #74602B?

Use FFFFFF text on a #74602B background; contrast on black is 3.45:1.