#7B4518

#7B4518

Overview

#7B4518 is a warm, dark color. In RGB it is 123, 69, 24, in HSL 27.3°, 67.3%, 28.8%, and in CMYK 0.0%, 43.9%, 80.5%, 51.8%. The nearest named color is RAL 8003 Clay Brown.

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Color Values

HEX

#7B4518

RGB

123, 69, 24

HSL

27.3, 67.3%, 28.8%

HSV

27.3, 80.5%, 48.2%

CMYK

0.0%, 43.9%, 80.5%, 51.8%

OKLCH

0.4475 0.0938 56.3

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: #7B4518;
color: #7B4518;
border-color: #7B4518;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 900 #713F12

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

7.76:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

2.71:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #7B4518?

RGB(123, 69, 24) · HSL(27.3, 67.3%, 28.8%) · CMYK(0.0%, 43.9%, 80.5%, 51.8%)

Does #7B4518 meet WCAG contrast on white?

7.76:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #7B4518?

Use FFFFFF text on a #7B4518 background; contrast on black is 2.71:1.