#7D4F17

#7D4F17

Overview

#7D4F17 is a warm, dark color. In RGB it is 125, 79, 23, in HSL 32.9°, 68.9%, 29.0%, and in CMYK 0.0%, 36.8%, 81.6%, 51.0%. The nearest named color is tan 4.

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Color Values

HEX

#7D4F17

RGB

125, 79, 23

HSL

32.9, 68.9%, 29.0%

HSV

32.9, 81.6%, 49.0%

CMYK

0.0%, 36.8%, 81.6%, 51.0%

OKLCH

0.4697 0.0923 66.5

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: #7D4F17;
color: #7D4F17;
border-color: #7D4F17;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 800 #854D0E

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

6.99:1

AA Pass AAA Fail

Text on black

3.0:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #7D4F17?

RGB(125, 79, 23) · HSL(32.9, 68.9%, 29.0%) · CMYK(0.0%, 36.8%, 81.6%, 51.0%)

Does #7D4F17 meet WCAG contrast on white?

6.99:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Fail for normal text.

What text color is readable on #7D4F17?

Use FFFFFF text on a #7D4F17 background; contrast on black is 3.0:1.