#78422D

#78422D

Color Values

HEX

#78422D

RGB

120, 66, 45

HSL

16.8, 45.5%, 32.4%

HSV

16.8, 62.5%, 47.1%

CMYK

0.0%, 45.0%, 62.5%, 52.9%

OKLCH

0.4403 0.0818 41.7

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: #78422D;
color: #78422D;
border-color: #78422D;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 900 #713F12

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

8.03:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

2.62:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #78422D?

RGB(120, 66, 45) · HSL(16.8, 45.5%, 32.4%) · CMYK(0.0%, 45.0%, 62.5%, 52.9%)

Does #78422D meet WCAG contrast on white?

8.03:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #78422D?

Use FFFFFF text on a #78422D background; contrast on black is 2.62:1.