#7F4517

#7F4517

Color Values

HEX

#7F4517

RGB

127, 69, 23

HSL

26.5, 69.3%, 29.4%

HSV

26.5, 81.9%, 49.8%

CMYK

0.0%, 45.7%, 81.9%, 50.2%

OKLCH

0.4532 0.0983 54.7

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: #7F4517;
color: #7F4517;
border-color: #7F4517;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 900 #713F12

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

7.59:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

2.77:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #7F4517?

RGB(127, 69, 23) · HSL(26.5, 69.3%, 29.4%) · CMYK(0.0%, 45.7%, 81.9%, 50.2%)

Does #7F4517 meet WCAG contrast on white?

7.59:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #7F4517?

Use FFFFFF text on a #7F4517 background; contrast on black is 2.77:1.