#7F2C17

#7F2C17

Color Values

HEX

#7F2C17

RGB

127, 44, 23

HSL

12.1, 69.3%, 29.4%

HSV

12.1, 81.9%, 49.8%

CMYK

0.0%, 65.4%, 81.9%, 50.2%

OKLCH

0.4127 0.1197 35.2

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: #7F2C17;
color: #7F2C17;
border-color: #7F2C17;
Nearest Tailwind: Orange 900 #7C2D12

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

9.23:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

2.28:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #7F2C17?

RGB(127, 44, 23) · HSL(12.1, 69.3%, 29.4%) · CMYK(0.0%, 65.4%, 81.9%, 50.2%)

Does #7F2C17 meet WCAG contrast on white?

9.23:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #7F2C17?

Use FFFFFF text on a #7F2C17 background; contrast on black is 2.28:1.