#755517

#755517

Color Values

HEX

#755517

RGB

117, 85, 23

HSL

39.6, 67.1%, 27.5%

HSV

39.6, 80.3%, 45.9%

CMYK

0.0%, 27.4%, 80.3%, 54.1%

OKLCH

0.472 0.087 79.6

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: #755517;
color: #755517;
border-color: #755517;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 800 #854D0E

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

6.84:1

AA Pass AAA Fail

Text on black

3.07:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #755517?

RGB(117, 85, 23) · HSL(39.6, 67.1%, 27.5%) · CMYK(0.0%, 27.4%, 80.3%, 54.1%)

Does #755517 meet WCAG contrast on white?

6.84:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Fail for normal text.

What text color is readable on #755517?

Use FFFFFF text on a #755517 background; contrast on black is 3.07:1.