#753B16

#753B16

Overview

#753B16 is a warm, dark color. In RGB it is 117, 59, 22, in HSL 23.4°, 68.3%, 27.3%, and in CMYK 0.0%, 49.6%, 81.2%, 54.1%. The nearest named color is RAL 8003 Clay Brown.

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Color Values

HEX

#753B16

RGB

117, 59, 22

HSL

23.4, 68.3%, 27.3%

HSV

23.4, 81.2%, 45.9%

CMYK

0.0%, 49.6%, 81.2%, 54.1%

OKLCH

0.4199 0.0948 49.7

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: #753B16;
color: #753B16;
border-color: #753B16;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 900 #713F12

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

8.77:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

2.39:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #753B16?

RGB(117, 59, 22) · HSL(23.4, 68.3%, 27.3%) · CMYK(0.0%, 49.6%, 81.2%, 54.1%)

Does #753B16 meet WCAG contrast on white?

8.77:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #753B16?

Use FFFFFF text on a #753B16 background; contrast on black is 2.39:1.