#782E17

#782E17

Color Values

HEX

#782E17

RGB

120, 46, 23

HSL

14.2, 67.8%, 28.0%

HSV

14.2, 80.8%, 47.1%

CMYK

0.0%, 61.7%, 80.8%, 52.9%

OKLCH

0.4034 0.1096 37.4

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: #782E17;
color: #782E17;
border-color: #782E17;
Nearest Tailwind: Orange 900 #7C2D12

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

9.54:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

2.2:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #782E17?

RGB(120, 46, 23) · HSL(14.2, 67.8%, 28.0%) · CMYK(0.0%, 61.7%, 80.8%, 52.9%)

Does #782E17 meet WCAG contrast on white?

9.54:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #782E17?

Use FFFFFF text on a #782E17 background; contrast on black is 2.2:1.