#7E4425

#7E4425

Color Values

HEX

#7E4425

RGB

126, 68, 37

HSL

20.9, 54.6%, 32.0%

HSV

20.9, 70.6%, 49.4%

CMYK

0.0%, 46.0%, 70.6%, 50.6%

OKLCH

0.4514 0.0913 47.3

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: #7E4425;
color: #7E4425;
border-color: #7E4425;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 900 #713F12

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

7.66:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

2.74:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #7E4425?

RGB(126, 68, 37) · HSL(20.9, 54.6%, 32.0%) · CMYK(0.0%, 46.0%, 70.6%, 50.6%)

Does #7E4425 meet WCAG contrast on white?

7.66:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #7E4425?

Use FFFFFF text on a #7E4425 background; contrast on black is 2.74:1.