#774E21

#774E21

Color Values

HEX

#774E21

RGB

119, 78, 33

HSL

31.4, 56.6%, 29.8%

HSV

31.4, 72.3%, 46.7%

CMYK

0.0%, 34.5%, 72.3%, 53.3%

OKLCH

0.4607 0.0816 65.6

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: #774E21;
color: #774E21;
border-color: #774E21;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 900 #713F12

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

7.25:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

2.9:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #774E21?

RGB(119, 78, 33) · HSL(31.4, 56.6%, 29.8%) · CMYK(0.0%, 34.5%, 72.3%, 53.3%)

Does #774E21 meet WCAG contrast on white?

7.25:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #774E21?

Use FFFFFF text on a #774E21 background; contrast on black is 2.9:1.