#79492A

#79492A

Color Values

HEX

#79492A

RGB

121, 73, 42

HSL

23.5, 48.5%, 32.0%

HSV

23.5, 65.3%, 47.5%

CMYK

0.0%, 39.7%, 65.3%, 52.5%

OKLCH

0.4545 0.0794 52.3

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: #79492A;
color: #79492A;
border-color: #79492A;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 900 #713F12

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

7.5:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

2.8:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #79492A?

RGB(121, 73, 42) · HSL(23.5, 48.5%, 32.0%) · CMYK(0.0%, 39.7%, 65.3%, 52.5%)

Does #79492A meet WCAG contrast on white?

7.5:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #79492A?

Use FFFFFF text on a #79492A background; contrast on black is 2.8:1.