#7F5E21

#7F5E21

Color Values

HEX

#7F5E21

RGB

127, 94, 33

HSL

38.9, 58.8%, 31.4%

HSV

38.9, 74.0%, 49.8%

CMYK

0.0%, 26.0%, 74.0%, 50.2%

OKLCH

0.5043 0.0879 79.4

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: #7F5E21;
color: #7F5E21;
border-color: #7F5E21;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 800 #854D0E

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

5.96:1

AA Pass AAA Fail

Text on black

3.53:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #7F5E21?

RGB(127, 94, 33) · HSL(38.9, 58.8%, 31.4%) · CMYK(0.0%, 26.0%, 74.0%, 50.2%)

Does #7F5E21 meet WCAG contrast on white?

5.96:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Fail for normal text.

What text color is readable on #7F5E21?

Use FFFFFF text on a #7F5E21 background; contrast on black is 3.53:1.