#78591C

#78591C

Color Values

HEX

#78591C

RGB

120, 89, 28

HSL

39.8, 62.2%, 29.0%

HSV

39.8, 76.7%, 47.1%

CMYK

0.0%, 25.8%, 76.7%, 52.9%

OKLCH

0.4847 0.0864 80.6

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: #78591C;
color: #78591C;
border-color: #78591C;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 800 #854D0E

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

6.47:1

AA Pass AAA Fail

Text on black

3.24:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #78591C?

RGB(120, 89, 28) · HSL(39.8, 62.2%, 29.0%) · CMYK(0.0%, 25.8%, 76.7%, 52.9%)

Does #78591C meet WCAG contrast on white?

6.47:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Fail for normal text.

What text color is readable on #78591C?

Use FFFFFF text on a #78591C background; contrast on black is 3.24:1.