#7B3717

#7B3717

Color Values

HEX

#7B3717

RGB

123, 55, 23

HSL

19.2, 68.5%, 28.6%

HSV

19.2, 81.3%, 48.2%

CMYK

0.0%, 55.3%, 81.3%, 51.8%

OKLCH

0.4225 0.1045 43.5

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: #7B3717;
color: #7B3717;
border-color: #7B3717;
Nearest Tailwind: Amber 900 #78350F

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

8.75:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

2.4:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #7B3717?

RGB(123, 55, 23) · HSL(19.2, 68.5%, 28.6%) · CMYK(0.0%, 55.3%, 81.3%, 51.8%)

Does #7B3717 meet WCAG contrast on white?

8.75:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #7B3717?

Use FFFFFF text on a #7B3717 background; contrast on black is 2.4:1.