#7E461B

#7E461B

Color Values

HEX

#7E461B

RGB

126, 70, 27

HSL

26.1, 64.7%, 30.0%

HSV

26.1, 78.6%, 49.4%

CMYK

0.0%, 44.4%, 78.6%, 50.6%

OKLCH

0.454 0.0949 54.6

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: #7E461B;
color: #7E461B;
border-color: #7E461B;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 900 #713F12

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

7.56:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

2.78:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #7E461B?

RGB(126, 70, 27) · HSL(26.1, 64.7%, 30.0%) · CMYK(0.0%, 44.4%, 78.6%, 50.6%)

Does #7E461B meet WCAG contrast on white?

7.56:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #7E461B?

Use FFFFFF text on a #7E461B background; contrast on black is 2.78:1.