#7E4826

#7E4826

Color Values

HEX

#7E4826

RGB

126, 72, 38

HSL

23.2, 53.7%, 32.2%

HSV

23.2, 69.8%, 49.4%

CMYK

0.0%, 42.9%, 69.8%, 50.6%

OKLCH

0.459 0.0879 51.1

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: #7E4826;
color: #7E4826;
border-color: #7E4826;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 900 #713F12

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

7.39:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

2.84:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #7E4826?

RGB(126, 72, 38) · HSL(23.2, 53.7%, 32.2%) · CMYK(0.0%, 42.9%, 69.8%, 50.6%)

Does #7E4826 meet WCAG contrast on white?

7.39:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #7E4826?

Use FFFFFF text on a #7E4826 background; contrast on black is 2.84:1.