#755E21

#755E21

Color Values

HEX

#755E21

RGB

117, 94, 33

HSL

43.6, 56.0%, 29.4%

HSV

43.6, 71.8%, 45.9%

CMYK

0.0%, 19.7%, 71.8%, 54.1%

OKLCH

0.4927 0.0836 88.0

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: #755E21;
color: #755E21;
border-color: #755E21;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 800 #854D0E

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

6.21:1

AA Pass AAA Fail

Text on black

3.38:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #755E21?

RGB(117, 94, 33) · HSL(43.6, 56.0%, 29.4%) · CMYK(0.0%, 19.7%, 71.8%, 54.1%)

Does #755E21 meet WCAG contrast on white?

6.21:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Fail for normal text.

What text color is readable on #755E21?

Use FFFFFF text on a #755E21 background; contrast on black is 3.38:1.