#78481C

#78481C

Color Values

HEX

#78481C

RGB

120, 72, 28

HSL

28.7, 62.2%, 29.0%

HSV

28.7, 76.7%, 47.1%

CMYK

0.0%, 40.0%, 76.7%, 52.9%

OKLCH

0.4494 0.0873 59.8

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: #78481C;
color: #78481C;
border-color: #78481C;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 900 #713F12

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

7.66:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

2.74:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #78481C?

RGB(120, 72, 28) · HSL(28.7, 62.2%, 29.0%) · CMYK(0.0%, 40.0%, 76.7%, 52.9%)

Does #78481C meet WCAG contrast on white?

7.66:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #78481C?

Use FFFFFF text on a #78481C background; contrast on black is 2.74:1.