#7A5D17

#7A5D17

Overview

#7A5D17 is a warm, dark color. In RGB it is 122, 93, 23, in HSL 42.4Β°, 68.3%, 28.4%, and in CMYK 0.0%, 23.8%, 81.1%, 52.2%. The nearest named color is goldenrod 4.

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Color Values

HEX

#7A5D17

RGB

122, 93, 23

HSL

42.4, 68.3%, 28.4%

HSV

42.4, 81.1%, 47.8%

CMYK

0.0%, 23.8%, 81.1%, 52.2%

OKLCH

0.4954 0.0918 84.7

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: #7A5D17;
color: #7A5D17;
border-color: #7A5D17;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 800 #854D0E

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

6.17:1

AA Pass AAA Fail

Text on black

3.41:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #7A5D17?

RGB(122, 93, 23) · HSL(42.4, 68.3%, 28.4%) · CMYK(0.0%, 23.8%, 81.1%, 52.2%)

Does #7A5D17 meet WCAG contrast on white?

6.17:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Fail for normal text.

What text color is readable on #7A5D17?

Use FFFFFF text on a #7A5D17 background; contrast on black is 3.41:1.