#7B481D

#7B481D

Color Values

HEX

#7B481D

RGB

123, 72, 29

HSL

27.4, 61.8%, 29.8%

HSV

27.4, 76.4%, 48.2%

CMYK

0.0%, 41.5%, 76.4%, 51.8%

OKLCH

0.4537 0.0897 57.5

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: #7B481D;
color: #7B481D;
border-color: #7B481D;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 900 #713F12

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

7.54:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

2.79:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #7B481D?

RGB(123, 72, 29) · HSL(27.4, 61.8%, 29.8%) · CMYK(0.0%, 41.5%, 76.4%, 51.8%)

Does #7B481D meet WCAG contrast on white?

7.54:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #7B481D?

Use FFFFFF text on a #7B481D background; contrast on black is 2.79:1.