#796016

#796016

Color Values

HEX

#796016

RGB

121, 96, 22

HSL

44.8, 69.2%, 28.0%

HSV

44.8, 81.8%, 47.5%

CMYK

0.0%, 20.7%, 81.8%, 52.5%

OKLCH

0.5008 0.0934 88.8

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: #796016;
color: #796016;
border-color: #796016;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 800 #854D0E

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

6.0:1

AA Pass AAA Fail

Text on black

3.5:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #796016?

RGB(121, 96, 22) · HSL(44.8, 69.2%, 28.0%) · CMYK(0.0%, 20.7%, 81.8%, 52.5%)

Does #796016 meet WCAG contrast on white?

6.0:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Fail for normal text.

What text color is readable on #796016?

Use FFFFFF text on a #796016 background; contrast on black is 3.5:1.