#78492B

#78492B

Color Values

HEX

#78492B

RGB

120, 73, 43

HSL

23.4, 47.2%, 32.0%

HSV

23.4, 64.2%, 47.1%

CMYK

0.0%, 39.2%, 64.2%, 52.9%

OKLCH

0.4533 0.0777 52.2

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: #78492B;
color: #78492B;
border-color: #78492B;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 900 #713F12

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

7.54:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

2.79:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #78492B?

RGB(120, 73, 43) · HSL(23.4, 47.2%, 32.0%) · CMYK(0.0%, 39.2%, 64.2%, 52.9%)

Does #78492B meet WCAG contrast on white?

7.54:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #78492B?

Use FFFFFF text on a #78492B background; contrast on black is 2.79:1.