#785F16

#785F16

Color Values

HEX

#785F16

RGB

120, 95, 22

HSL

44.7, 69.0%, 27.8%

HSV

44.7, 81.7%, 47.1%

CMYK

0.0%, 20.8%, 81.7%, 52.9%

OKLCH

0.4974 0.0926 88.6

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: #785F16;
color: #785F16;
border-color: #785F16;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 800 #854D0E

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

6.09:1

AA Pass AAA Fail

Text on black

3.45:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #785F16?

RGB(120, 95, 22) · HSL(44.7, 69.0%, 27.8%) · CMYK(0.0%, 20.8%, 81.7%, 52.9%)

Does #785F16 meet WCAG contrast on white?

6.09:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Fail for normal text.

What text color is readable on #785F16?

Use FFFFFF text on a #785F16 background; contrast on black is 3.45:1.