#77591B

#77591B

Color Values

HEX

#77591B

RGB

119, 89, 27

HSL

40.4, 63.0%, 28.6%

HSV

40.4, 77.3%, 46.7%

CMYK

0.0%, 25.2%, 77.3%, 53.3%

OKLCH

0.4834 0.0866 81.7

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: #77591B;
color: #77591B;
border-color: #77591B;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 800 #854D0E

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

6.5:1

AA Pass AAA Fail

Text on black

3.23:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #77591B?

RGB(119, 89, 27) · HSL(40.4, 63.0%, 28.6%) · CMYK(0.0%, 25.2%, 77.3%, 53.3%)

Does #77591B meet WCAG contrast on white?

6.5:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Fail for normal text.

What text color is readable on #77591B?

Use FFFFFF text on a #77591B background; contrast on black is 3.23:1.