#78572B

#78572B

Color Values

HEX

#78572B

RGB

120, 87, 43

HSL

34.3, 47.2%, 32.0%

HSV

34.3, 64.2%, 47.1%

CMYK

0.0%, 27.5%, 64.2%, 52.9%

OKLCH

0.4821 0.0744 72.3

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: #78572B;
color: #78572B;
border-color: #78572B;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 900 #713F12

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

6.57:1

AA Pass AAA Fail

Text on black

3.2:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #78572B?

RGB(120, 87, 43) · HSL(34.3, 47.2%, 32.0%) · CMYK(0.0%, 27.5%, 64.2%, 52.9%)

Does #78572B meet WCAG contrast on white?

6.57:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Fail for normal text.

What text color is readable on #78572B?

Use FFFFFF text on a #78572B background; contrast on black is 3.2:1.