Is Cedar (#7A3B2E) accessible for digital body text?

Against a pure white background (#FFFFFF), #7A3B2E achieves a contrast ratio of 8.43:1 (Passing WCAG AA normal text). Against a dark slate background (#0F172A), it achieves a contrast ratio of 2.12:1 (Failing WCAG AA normal text).

Which color harmonies pair best with Cedar?

The exact complementary color for #7A3B2E is #2E6D7A. For analogous pairings, use #7A2E48 and #7A612E. You can explore these combinations further in our Color Harmony Generator.

Color Directory/Cedar

Cedar (#7A3B2E)

Q: What are the exact digital and print color codes for Cedar (#7A3B2E)?

Cedar has the HEX code #7A3B2E. In RGB color coordinates, its values are 122, 59, 46. In HSL, it is 10°, 45%, 33%. In CMYK print values, it corresponds to C:0% M:52% Y:62% K:52%.

Luminance: 7% · Nearest standard name: Cedar

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CEDAR

#7A3B2E

rgb(122, 59, 46) · hsl(10°, 45%, 33%)

HEX#7A3B2E

RGB122, 59, 46

HSL10°, 45%, 33%

HSV / HSB10°, 62%, 48%

CMYK (Print)0%, 52%, 62%, 52%

Color Harmonies

Complementary

#7A3B2E#2E6D7A

Analogous

#7A2E48#7A3B2E#7A612E

Triadic

#7A3B2E#2E7A3B#3B2E7A

Tints & Shades

Lighter Tints

Darker Shades

WCAG 2.2 Contrast Verification

Against White (#FFFFFF)8.43:1

Sample text rendered with #7A3B2E on white

AA Normal: PASSAA Large: PASS

Against Dark (#0F172A)2.12:1

Sample text rendered with #7A3B2E on dark

AA Normal: FAILAA Large: FAIL

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Comprehensive Color Profile & Design Architecture

The Complete Color Guide to Cedar (#7A3B2E)

Cedar (#7A3B2E) is a distinct shade within the Rose & Red chromatic spectrum. Characterized by an optical luminance of 7% and a warm color temperature, this tone plays a vital role across web applications, brand identities, and editorial typography. Discover its mathematical harmonies, accessibility metrics, UI engineering roles, and front-end code tokens.

Technical Colorimetry & Coordinate Breakdown

Exact mathematical values across digital display, print press, and human perceptual spaces.

HEX Code#7A3B2E

RGB Space122, 59, 46

HSL Values10°, 45%, 33%

HSV / HSB10°, 62%, 48%

CMYK Ink0%, 52%, 62%, 52%

TemperatureWarm

Optical Color Harmony Formulas for Cedar

Geometric intervals calculated from #7A3B2E on the 360-degree color wheel.

Direct Polar (180°)#2E6D7A

Complementary Harmony

Pairs Cedar with its polar opposite (#2E6D7A) to create maximum optical contrast, perfect for high-converting call-to-action buttons.

Adjacent (±30°)#7A2E48 · #7A612E

Analogous Harmony

Positions adjacent neighboring hues on either side of Cedar for serene, gentle, and organic visual transitions.

Split Angles (150° / 210°)#2E7A61 · #2E487A

Split-Complementary

Uses the two colors flanking the direct complement of Cedar, offering rich visual variety without harsh chromatic vibration.

Triangular (120°)#2E7A3B · #3B2E7A

Triadic Harmony

Forms an equilateral triangle on the color wheel, generating playful, dynamic energy when balanced against a neutral background.

Rectangular (90°)#487A2E · #2E6D7A · #612E7A

Tetradic (Square) Harmony

A rich four-color scheme combining two complementary pairs, ideal for complex dashboards, gaming HUDs, and multi-tier charts.

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The 60-30-10 UI Implementation Role for Cedar

Recommended proportional volume and semantic interface assignment.

Recommended Assignment: Interactive Brand Accent (10% Volume)

With a saturation of 45% and lightness of 33%, Cedar (#7A3B2E) acts as an attention-grabbing focal point. In user interfaces, reserve it for primary CTA buttons, active state indicators, and notification badges to draw user clicks immediately.

Light Mode SurfaceIdeal for buttons and badges

Dark Mode AdaptationDesaturate slightly for ambient glow

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Color Psychology & Industry Alignment

Strategic cognitive triggers and target sector recommendations.

Cognitive & Emotional Perception

Radiates high energy, urgency, passionate emotion, and dramatic visual power. Commands immediate human attention.

Optimal Industry Verticals

E-Commerce Flash Sales, Fitness Apparel, Gaming HUDs, Food & Beverage. Combining Cedar with intentional neutral whitespace reinforces authority and conversion clarity.

Production Code Tokens for Cedar

Drop-in design system tokens for CSS, Tailwind CSS, and SCSS.

CSS Custom Properties (:root)Vanilla CSS

:root {
  --color-7a3b2e: #7A3B2E;
  --color-7a3b2e-rgb: 122, 59, 46;
  --color-7a3b2e-hsl: 10deg 45% 33%;
}

tailwind.config.jsTailwind CSS

module.exports = {
  theme: {
    extend: {
      colors: {
        '7a3b2e': '#7A3B2E',
      }
    }
  }
};

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Frequently Asked Questions About Cedar (#7A3B2E)

Authoritative answers covering Cedar color codes, WCAG contrast compliance, and UI design systems.

What are the exact digital and print color codes for Cedar (#7A3B2E)?

Cedar is defined by the HEX code #7A3B2E. Its digital screen RGB coordinates are R:122, G:59, B:46. Its cylindrical HSL values are Hue:10°, Saturation:45%, Lightness:33%. In HSV/HSB format, it is 10°, 62%, 48%. For four-color CMYK process printing, its ink percentages are C:0%, M:52%, Y:62%, K:52%.

Does Cedar (#7A3B2E) pass WCAG 2.2 accessibility standards for text readability?

Against a pure white (#FFFFFF) background, Cedar achieves a contrast ratio of 8.43:1 (Passing WCAG AA for normal body text, and Passing for large headings). Against dark slate (#0F172A), it achieves a contrast ratio of 2.12:1 (Failing WCAG AA).

What is the direct complementary color for Cedar (#7A3B2E)?

The exact 180-degree optical complementary color for #7A3B2E is #2E6D7A. When placed side-by-side, #7A3B2E and #2E6D7A create maximum visual tension and high click-through conversion rates.

What is the recommended role for Cedar in the 60-30-10 UI design rule?

How can I copy and export Cedar into Tailwind CSS and CSS variables?

You can define Cedar in CSS custom properties as ':root { --color-custom: #7A3B2E; }' or paste it into your 'tailwind.config.js' file under 'theme.extend.colors'. You can also generate full palettes containing Cedar using our interactive Color Palette Generator.

Which color family does Cedar (#7A3B2E) belong to?

Cedar belongs to the Rose & Red family (Warm spectrum). You can explore full tonal ramps and curated palettes in our Rose & Red Color Guide.