#784E16

#784E16

Color Values

HEX

#784E16

RGB

120, 78, 22

HSL

34.3, 69.0%, 27.8%

HSV

34.3, 81.7%, 47.1%

CMYK

0.0%, 35.0%, 81.7%, 52.9%

OKLCH

0.4609 0.089 69.2

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: #784E16;
color: #784E16;
border-color: #784E16;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 900 #713F12

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

7.24:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

2.9:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #784E16?

RGB(120, 78, 22) · HSL(34.3, 69.0%, 27.8%) · CMYK(0.0%, 35.0%, 81.7%, 52.9%)

Does #784E16 meet WCAG contrast on white?

7.24:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #784E16?

Use FFFFFF text on a #784E16 background; contrast on black is 2.9:1.