#7E511F

#7E511F

Overview

#7E511F is a warm, dark color. In RGB it is 126, 81, 31, in HSL 31.6°, 60.5%, 30.8%, and in CMYK 0.0%, 35.7%, 75.4%, 50.6%. The nearest named color is tan 4.

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Color Values

HEX

#7E511F

RGB

126, 81, 31

HSL

31.6, 60.5%, 30.8%

HSV

31.6, 75.4%, 49.4%

CMYK

0.0%, 35.7%, 75.4%, 50.6%

OKLCH

0.4758 0.0882 65.3

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: #7E511F;
color: #7E511F;
border-color: #7E511F;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 900 #713F12

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

6.81:1

AA Pass AAA Fail

Text on black

3.08:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #7E511F?

RGB(126, 81, 31) · HSL(31.6, 60.5%, 30.8%) · CMYK(0.0%, 35.7%, 75.4%, 50.6%)

Does #7E511F meet WCAG contrast on white?

6.81:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Fail for normal text.

What text color is readable on #7E511F?

Use FFFFFF text on a #7E511F background; contrast on black is 3.08:1.