#7E3A21

#7E3A21

Color Values

HEX

#7E3A21

RGB

126, 58, 33

HSL

16.1, 58.5%, 31.2%

HSV

16.1, 73.8%, 49.4%

CMYK

0.0%, 54.0%, 73.8%, 50.6%

OKLCH

0.4334 0.1017 40.2

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: #7E3A21;
color: #7E3A21;
border-color: #7E3A21;
Nearest Tailwind: Amber 900 #78350F

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

8.35:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

2.51:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #7E3A21?

RGB(126, 58, 33) · HSL(16.1, 58.5%, 31.2%) · CMYK(0.0%, 54.0%, 73.8%, 50.6%)

Does #7E3A21 meet WCAG contrast on white?

8.35:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #7E3A21?

Use FFFFFF text on a #7E3A21 background; contrast on black is 2.51:1.