#79511E

#79511E

Overview

#79511E is a warm, dark color. In RGB it is 121, 81, 30, in HSL 33.6°, 60.3%, 29.6%, and in CMYK 0.0%, 33.1%, 75.2%, 52.5%. The nearest named color is tan 4.

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Color Values

HEX

#79511E

RGB

121, 81, 30

HSL

33.6, 60.3%, 29.6%

HSV

33.6, 75.2%, 47.5%

CMYK

0.0%, 33.1%, 75.2%, 52.5%

OKLCH

0.4691 0.0848 69.3

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: #79511E;
color: #79511E;
border-color: #79511E;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 900 #713F12

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

6.98:1

AA Pass AAA Fail

Text on black

3.01:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #79511E?

RGB(121, 81, 30) · HSL(33.6, 60.3%, 29.6%) · CMYK(0.0%, 33.1%, 75.2%, 52.5%)

Does #79511E meet WCAG contrast on white?

6.98:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Fail for normal text.

What text color is readable on #79511E?

Use FFFFFF text on a #79511E background; contrast on black is 3.01:1.