#785D21

#785D21

Color Values

HEX

#785D21

RGB

120, 93, 33

HSL

41.4, 56.9%, 30.0%

HSV

41.4, 72.5%, 47.1%

CMYK

0.0%, 22.5%, 72.5%, 52.9%

OKLCH

0.4939 0.0843 84.1

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: #785D21;
color: #785D21;
border-color: #785D21;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 800 #854D0E

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

6.2:1

AA Pass AAA Fail

Text on black

3.39:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #785D21?

RGB(120, 93, 33) · HSL(41.4, 56.9%, 30.0%) · CMYK(0.0%, 22.5%, 72.5%, 52.9%)

Does #785D21 meet WCAG contrast on white?

6.2:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Fail for normal text.

What text color is readable on #785D21?

Use FFFFFF text on a #785D21 background; contrast on black is 3.39:1.