#7C501D

#7C501D

Overview

#7C501D is a warm, dark color. In RGB it is 124, 80, 29, in HSL 32.2°, 62.1%, 30.0%, and in CMYK 0.0%, 35.5%, 76.6%, 51.4%. The nearest named color is tan 4.

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Color Values

HEX

#7C501D

RGB

124, 80, 29

HSL

32.2, 62.1%, 30.0%

HSV

32.2, 76.6%, 48.6%

CMYK

0.0%, 35.5%, 76.6%, 51.4%

OKLCH

0.4709 0.0879 66.3

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: #7C501D;
color: #7C501D;
border-color: #7C501D;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 900 #713F12

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

6.95:1

AA Pass AAA Fail

Text on black

3.02:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #7C501D?

RGB(124, 80, 29) · HSL(32.2, 62.1%, 30.0%) · CMYK(0.0%, 35.5%, 76.6%, 51.4%)

Does #7C501D meet WCAG contrast on white?

6.95:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Fail for normal text.

What text color is readable on #7C501D?

Use FFFFFF text on a #7C501D background; contrast on black is 3.02:1.