#7B4E16

#7B4E16

Overview

#7B4E16 is a warm, dark color. In RGB it is 123, 78, 22, in HSL 33.3Β°, 69.7%, 28.4%, and in CMYK 0.0%, 36.6%, 82.1%, 51.8%. The nearest named color is tan 4.

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Color Values

HEX

#7B4E16

RGB

123, 78, 22

HSL

33.3, 69.7%, 28.4%

HSV

33.3, 82.1%, 48.2%

CMYK

0.0%, 36.6%, 82.1%, 51.8%

OKLCH

0.4649 0.0914 67.1

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: #7B4E16;
color: #7B4E16;
border-color: #7B4E16;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 800 #854D0E

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

7.13:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

2.94:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #7B4E16?

RGB(123, 78, 22) · HSL(33.3, 69.7%, 28.4%) · CMYK(0.0%, 36.6%, 82.1%, 51.8%)

Does #7B4E16 meet WCAG contrast on white?

7.13:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #7B4E16?

Use FFFFFF text on a #7B4E16 background; contrast on black is 2.94:1.