#7C491B

#7C491B

Color Values

HEX

#7C491B

RGB

124, 73, 27

HSL

28.5, 64.2%, 29.6%

HSV

28.5, 78.2%, 48.6%

CMYK

0.0%, 41.1%, 78.2%, 51.4%

OKLCH

0.4568 0.0913 58.9

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: #7C491B;
color: #7C491B;
border-color: #7C491B;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 900 #713F12

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

7.43:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

2.83:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #7C491B?

RGB(124, 73, 27) · HSL(28.5, 64.2%, 29.6%) · CMYK(0.0%, 41.1%, 78.2%, 51.4%)

Does #7C491B meet WCAG contrast on white?

7.43:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #7C491B?

Use FFFFFF text on a #7C491B background; contrast on black is 2.83:1.