#7E6521

#7E6521

Color Values

HEX

#7E6521

RGB

126, 101, 33

HSL

43.9, 58.5%, 31.2%

HSV

43.9, 73.8%, 49.4%

CMYK

0.0%, 19.8%, 73.8%, 50.6%

OKLCH

0.5183 0.0904 88.2

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: #7E6521;
color: #7E6521;
border-color: #7E6521;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 800 #854D0E

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

5.57:1

AA Pass AAA Fail

Text on black

3.77:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #7E6521?

RGB(126, 101, 33) · HSL(43.9, 58.5%, 31.2%) · CMYK(0.0%, 19.8%, 73.8%, 50.6%)

Does #7E6521 meet WCAG contrast on white?

5.57:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Fail for normal text.

What text color is readable on #7E6521?

Use FFFFFF text on a #7E6521 background; contrast on black is 3.77:1.