#78402D

#78402D

Overview

#78402D is a warm, dark color. In RGB it is 120, 64, 45, in HSL 15.2°, 45.5%, 32.4%, and in CMYK 0.0%, 46.7%, 62.5%, 52.9%. The nearest named color is RAL 8029 Pearl Copper.

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Color Values

HEX

#78402D

RGB

120, 64, 45

HSL

15.2, 45.5%, 32.4%

HSV

15.2, 62.5%, 47.1%

CMYK

0.0%, 46.7%, 62.5%, 52.9%

OKLCH

0.4366 0.0836 39.4

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

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

8.17:1

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 #78402D?

RGB(120, 64, 45) · HSL(15.2, 45.5%, 32.4%) · CMYK(0.0%, 46.7%, 62.5%, 52.9%)

Does #78402D meet WCAG contrast on white?

8.17:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #78402D?

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