#78402B

#78402B

Color Values

HEX

#78402B

RGB

120, 64, 43

HSL

16.4, 47.2%, 32.0%

HSV

16.4, 64.2%, 47.1%

CMYK

0.0%, 46.7%, 64.2%, 52.9%

OKLCH

0.4362 0.0845 41.0

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: #78402B;
color: #78402B;
border-color: #78402B;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 900 #713F12

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

8.18:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

2.57:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #78402B?

RGB(120, 64, 43) · HSL(16.4, 47.2%, 32.0%) · CMYK(0.0%, 46.7%, 64.2%, 52.9%)

Does #78402B meet WCAG contrast on white?

8.18:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #78402B?

Use FFFFFF text on a #78402B background; contrast on black is 2.57:1.