#7A5717

#7A5717

Color Values

HEX

#7A5717

RGB

122, 87, 23

HSL

38.8, 68.3%, 28.4%

HSV

38.8, 81.1%, 47.8%

CMYK

0.0%, 28.7%, 81.1%, 52.2%

OKLCH

0.4824 0.09 77.9

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: #7A5717;
color: #7A5717;
border-color: #7A5717;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 800 #854D0E

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

6.56:1

AA Pass AAA Fail

Text on black

3.2:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #7A5717?

RGB(122, 87, 23) · HSL(38.8, 68.3%, 28.4%) · CMYK(0.0%, 28.7%, 81.1%, 52.2%)

Does #7A5717 meet WCAG contrast on white?

6.56:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Fail for normal text.

What text color is readable on #7A5717?

Use FFFFFF text on a #7A5717 background; contrast on black is 3.2:1.