#7C5522

#7C5522

Overview

#7C5522 is a warm, dark color. In RGB it is 124, 85, 34, in HSL 34.0°, 57.0%, 31.0%, and in CMYK 0.0%, 31.5%, 72.6%, 51.4%. The nearest named color is tan 4.

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Color Values

HEX

#7C5522

RGB

124, 85, 34

HSL

34.0, 57.0%, 31.0%

HSV

34.0, 72.6%, 48.6%

CMYK

0.0%, 31.5%, 72.6%, 51.4%

OKLCH

0.4817 0.0842 70.5

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: #7C5522;
color: #7C5522;
border-color: #7C5522;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 900 #713F12

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

6.6:1

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 #7C5522?

RGB(124, 85, 34) · HSL(34.0, 57.0%, 31.0%) · CMYK(0.0%, 31.5%, 72.6%, 51.4%)

Does #7C5522 meet WCAG contrast on white?

6.6:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Fail for normal text.

What text color is readable on #7C5522?

Use FFFFFF text on a #7C5522 background; contrast on black is 3.18:1.