Is Acorn (#7E5835) accessible for digital body text?

Against a pure white background (#FFFFFF), #7E5835 achieves a contrast ratio of 6.30:1 (Passing WCAG AA normal text). Against a dark slate background (#0F172A), it achieves a contrast ratio of 2.83:1 (Failing WCAG AA normal text).

Which color harmonies pair best with Acorn?

The exact complementary color for #7E5835 is #355A7E. For analogous pairings, use #7E3536 and #7E7D35. You can explore these combinations further in our Color Harmony Generator.

Color Directory/Acorn

Acorn (#7E5835)

Q: What are the exact digital and print color codes for Acorn (#7E5835)?

Acorn has the HEX code #7E5835. In RGB color coordinates, its values are 126, 88, 53. In HSL, it is 29°, 41%, 35%. In CMYK print values, it corresponds to C:0% M:30% Y:58% K:51%.

Luminance: 12% · Nearest standard name: Acorn

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ACORN

#7E5835

rgb(126, 88, 53) · hsl(29°, 41%, 35%)

HEX#7E5835

RGB126, 88, 53

HSL29°, 41%, 35%

HSV / HSB29°, 58%, 49%

CMYK (Print)0%, 30%, 58%, 51%

Color Harmonies

Complementary

#7E5835#355A7E

Analogous

#7E3536#7E5835#7E7D35

Triadic

#7E5835#357E58#58357E

Tints & Shades

Lighter Tints

Darker Shades

WCAG 2.2 Contrast Verification

Against White (#FFFFFF)6.30:1

Sample text rendered with #7E5835 on white

AA Normal: PASSAA Large: PASS

Against Dark (#0F172A)2.83:1

Sample text rendered with #7E5835 on dark

AA Normal: FAILAA Large: FAIL

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Comprehensive Color Profile & Design Architecture

The Complete Color Guide to Acorn (#7E5835)

Acorn (#7E5835) is a distinct shade within the Coral & Orange chromatic spectrum. Characterized by an optical luminance of 12% 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#7E5835

RGB Space126, 88, 53

HSL Values29°, 41%, 35%

HSV / HSB29°, 58%, 49%

CMYK Ink0%, 30%, 58%, 51%

TemperatureWarm

Optical Color Harmony Formulas for Acorn

Geometric intervals calculated from #7E5835 on the 360-degree color wheel.

Direct Polar (180°)#355A7E

Complementary Harmony

Pairs Acorn with its polar opposite (#355A7E) to create maximum optical contrast, perfect for high-converting call-to-action buttons.

Adjacent (±30°)#7E3536 · #7E7D35

Analogous Harmony

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

Split Angles (150° / 210°)#357E7D · #35367E

Split-Complementary

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

Triangular (120°)#357E58 · #58357E

Triadic Harmony

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

Rectangular (90°)#367E35 · #355A7E · #7D357E

Tetradic (Square) Harmony

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

Interactive Exploration

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The 60-30-10 UI Implementation Role for Acorn

Recommended proportional volume and semantic interface assignment.

Recommended Assignment: Interactive Brand Accent (10% Volume)

With a saturation of 41% and lightness of 35%, Acorn (#7E5835) 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

Embodies tactile warmth, artisan craftsmanship, grounded optimism, and hospitality. Creates an inviting, friendly atmosphere.

Optimal Industry Verticals

Hospitality Resorts, Artisan Food & Dining, Interior Decor, Education. Combining Acorn with intentional neutral whitespace reinforces authority and conversion clarity.

Production Code Tokens for Acorn

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

CSS Custom Properties (:root)Vanilla CSS

:root {
  --color-7e5835: #7E5835;
  --color-7e5835-rgb: 126, 88, 53;
  --color-7e5835-hsl: 29deg 41% 35%;
}

tailwind.config.jsTailwind CSS

module.exports = {
  theme: {
    extend: {
      colors: {
        '7e5835': '#7E5835',
      }
    }
  }
};

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Frequently Asked Questions About Acorn (#7E5835)

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

What are the exact digital and print color codes for Acorn (#7E5835)?

Acorn is defined by the HEX code #7E5835. Its digital screen RGB coordinates are R:126, G:88, B:53. Its cylindrical HSL values are Hue:29°, Saturation:41%, Lightness:35%. In HSV/HSB format, it is 29°, 58%, 49%. For four-color CMYK process printing, its ink percentages are C:0%, M:30%, Y:58%, K:51%.

Does Acorn (#7E5835) pass WCAG 2.2 accessibility standards for text readability?

Against a pure white (#FFFFFF) background, Acorn achieves a contrast ratio of 6.30:1 (Passing WCAG AA for normal body text, and Passing for large headings). Against dark slate (#0F172A), it achieves a contrast ratio of 2.83:1 (Failing WCAG AA).

What is the direct complementary color for Acorn (#7E5835)?

The exact 180-degree optical complementary color for #7E5835 is #355A7E. When placed side-by-side, #7E5835 and #355A7E create maximum visual tension and high click-through conversion rates.

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

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

You can define Acorn in CSS custom properties as ':root { --color-custom: #7E5835; }' or paste it into your 'tailwind.config.js' file under 'theme.extend.colors'. You can also generate full palettes containing Acorn using our interactive Color Palette Generator.

Which color family does Acorn (#7E5835) belong to?

Acorn belongs to the Coral & Orange family (Warm spectrum). You can explore full tonal ramps and curated palettes in our Coral & Orange Color Guide.