#7C4A28

#7C4A28

Overview

#7C4A28 is a warm, dark color. In RGB it is 124, 74, 40, in HSL 24.3°, 51.2%, 32.2%, and in CMYK 0.0%, 40.3%, 67.7%, 51.4%. The nearest named color is RAL 8003 Clay Brown.

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Color Values

HEX

#7C4A28

RGB

124, 74, 40

HSL

24.3, 51.2%, 32.2%

HSV

24.3, 67.7%, 48.6%

CMYK

0.0%, 40.3%, 67.7%, 51.4%

OKLCH

0.4603 0.0834 53.3

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: #7C4A28;
color: #7C4A28;
border-color: #7C4A28;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 900 #713F12

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

7.32:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

2.87:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #7C4A28?

RGB(124, 74, 40) · HSL(24.3, 51.2%, 32.2%) · CMYK(0.0%, 40.3%, 67.7%, 51.4%)

Does #7C4A28 meet WCAG contrast on white?

7.32:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #7C4A28?

Use FFFFFF text on a #7C4A28 background; contrast on black is 2.87:1.