#7C551F

#7C551F

Overview

#7C551F is a warm, dark color. In RGB it is 124, 85, 31, in HSL 34.8°, 60.0%, 30.4%, and in CMYK 0.0%, 31.5%, 75.0%, 51.4%. The nearest named color is tan 4.

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Color Values

HEX

#7C551F

RGB

124, 85, 31

HSL

34.8, 60.0%, 30.4%

HSV

34.8, 75.0%, 48.6%

CMYK

0.0%, 31.5%, 75.0%, 51.4%

OKLCH

0.4814 0.0862 71.6

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: #7C551F;
color: #7C551F;
border-color: #7C551F;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 900 #713F12

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

6.61:1

AA Pass AAA Fail

Text on black

3.18:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #7C551F?

RGB(124, 85, 31) · HSL(34.8, 60.0%, 30.4%) · CMYK(0.0%, 31.5%, 75.0%, 51.4%)

Does #7C551F meet WCAG contrast on white?

6.61:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Fail for normal text.

What text color is readable on #7C551F?

Use FFFFFF text on a #7C551F background; contrast on black is 3.18:1.