#794A17

#794A17

Overview

#794A17 is a warm, dark color. In RGB it is 121, 74, 23, in HSL 31.2Β°, 68.1%, 28.2%, and in CMYK 0.0%, 38.8%, 81.0%, 52.5%. The nearest named color is tan 4.

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Color Values

HEX

#794A17

RGB

121, 74, 23

HSL

31.2, 68.1%, 28.2%

HSV

31.2, 81.0%, 47.5%

CMYK

0.0%, 38.8%, 81.0%, 52.5%

OKLCH

0.4543 0.0902 63.5

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: #794A17;
color: #794A17;
border-color: #794A17;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 900 #713F12

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

7.49:1

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 #794A17?

RGB(121, 74, 23) · HSL(31.2, 68.1%, 28.2%) · CMYK(0.0%, 38.8%, 81.0%, 52.5%)

Does #794A17 meet WCAG contrast on white?

7.49:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #794A17?

Use FFFFFF text on a #794A17 background; contrast on black is 2.8:1.