#7A2C17

#7A2C17

Overview

#7A2C17 is a warm, dark color. In RGB it is 122, 44, 23, in HSL 12.7°, 68.3%, 28.4%, and in CMYK 0.0%, 63.9%, 81.1%, 52.2%. The nearest named color is tomato 4.

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Color Values

HEX

#7A2C17

RGB

122, 44, 23

HSL

12.7, 68.3%, 28.4%

HSV

12.7, 81.1%, 47.8%

CMYK

0.0%, 63.9%, 81.1%, 52.2%

OKLCH

0.404 0.1139 35.8

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: #7A2C17;
color: #7A2C17;
border-color: #7A2C17;
Nearest Tailwind: Orange 900 #7C2D12

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

9.54:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

2.2:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #7A2C17?

RGB(122, 44, 23) · HSL(12.7, 68.3%, 28.4%) · CMYK(0.0%, 63.9%, 81.1%, 52.2%)

Does #7A2C17 meet WCAG contrast on white?

9.54:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #7A2C17?

Use FFFFFF text on a #7A2C17 background; contrast on black is 2.2:1.