#796429

#796429

Color Values

HEX

#796429

RGB

121, 100, 41

HSL

44.2, 49.4%, 31.8%

HSV

44.2, 66.1%, 47.5%

CMYK

0.0%, 17.4%, 66.1%, 52.5%

OKLCH

0.5114 0.0818 89.6

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: #796429;
color: #796429;
border-color: #796429;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 800 #854D0E

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

5.73:1

AA Pass AAA Fail

Text on black

3.67:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #796429?

RGB(121, 100, 41) · HSL(44.2, 49.4%, 31.8%) · CMYK(0.0%, 17.4%, 66.1%, 52.5%)

Does #796429 meet WCAG contrast on white?

5.73:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Fail for normal text.

What text color is readable on #796429?

Use FFFFFF text on a #796429 background; contrast on black is 3.67:1.