#7E5D23

#7E5D23

Color Values

HEX

#7E5D23

RGB

126, 93, 35

HSL

38.2, 56.5%, 31.6%

HSV

38.2, 72.2%, 49.4%

CMYK

0.0%, 26.2%, 72.2%, 50.6%

OKLCH

0.5011 0.0857 78.5

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: #7E5D23;
color: #7E5D23;
border-color: #7E5D23;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 800 #854D0E

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

6.04:1

AA Pass AAA Fail

Text on black

3.48:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #7E5D23?

RGB(126, 93, 35) · HSL(38.2, 56.5%, 31.6%) · CMYK(0.0%, 26.2%, 72.2%, 50.6%)

Does #7E5D23 meet WCAG contrast on white?

6.04:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Fail for normal text.

What text color is readable on #7E5D23?

Use FFFFFF text on a #7E5D23 background; contrast on black is 3.48:1.