#7F551D

#7F551D

Overview

#7F551D is a warm, dark color. In RGB it is 127, 85, 29, in HSL 34.3°, 62.8%, 30.6%, and in CMYK 0.0%, 33.1%, 77.2%, 50.2%. The nearest named color is tan 4.

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Color Values

HEX

#7F551D

RGB

127, 85, 29

HSL

34.3, 62.8%, 30.6%

HSV

34.3, 77.2%, 49.8%

CMYK

0.0%, 33.1%, 77.2%, 50.2%

OKLCH

0.485 0.0897 70.1

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: #7F551D;
color: #7F551D;
border-color: #7F551D;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 800 #854D0E

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

6.52:1

AA Pass AAA Fail

Text on black

3.22:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #7F551D?

RGB(127, 85, 29) · HSL(34.3, 62.8%, 30.6%) · CMYK(0.0%, 33.1%, 77.2%, 50.2%)

Does #7F551D meet WCAG contrast on white?

6.52:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Fail for normal text.

What text color is readable on #7F551D?

Use FFFFFF text on a #7F551D background; contrast on black is 3.22:1.