#774B2E

#774B2E

Overview

#774B2E is a warm, dark color. In RGB it is 119, 75, 46, in HSL 23.8°, 44.2%, 32.4%, and in CMYK 0.0%, 37.0%, 61.3%, 53.3%. The nearest named color is RAL 8003 Clay Brown.

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Color Values

HEX

#774B2E

RGB

119, 75, 46

HSL

23.8, 44.2%, 32.4%

HSV

23.8, 61.3%, 46.7%

CMYK

0.0%, 37.0%, 61.3%, 53.3%

OKLCH

0.4564 0.0735 53.3

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: #774B2E;
color: #774B2E;
border-color: #774B2E;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 900 #713F12

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

7.42:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

2.83:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #774B2E?

RGB(119, 75, 46) · HSL(23.8, 44.2%, 32.4%) · CMYK(0.0%, 37.0%, 61.3%, 53.3%)

Does #774B2E meet WCAG contrast on white?

7.42:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #774B2E?

Use FFFFFF text on a #774B2E background; contrast on black is 2.83:1.