#7C401B

#7C401B

Color Values

HEX

#7C401B

RGB

124, 64, 27

HSL

22.9, 64.2%, 29.6%

HSV

22.9, 78.2%, 48.6%

CMYK

0.0%, 48.4%, 78.2%, 51.4%

OKLCH

0.44 0.0967 49.4

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: #7C401B;
color: #7C401B;
border-color: #7C401B;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 900 #713F12

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

8.06:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

2.61:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #7C401B?

RGB(124, 64, 27) · HSL(22.9, 64.2%, 29.6%) · CMYK(0.0%, 48.4%, 78.2%, 51.4%)

Does #7C401B meet WCAG contrast on white?

8.06:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #7C401B?

Use FFFFFF text on a #7C401B background; contrast on black is 2.61:1.