#614A42

#614A42

Color Values

HEX

#614A42

RGB

97, 74, 66

HSL

15.5, 19.0%, 32.0%

HSV

15.5, 32.0%, 38.0%

CMYK

0.0%, 23.7%, 32.0%, 62.0%

OKLCH

0.4311 0.0341 40.0

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: #614A42;
color: #614A42;
border-color: #614A42;
Nearest Tailwind: Stone 600 #57534E

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

8.18:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

2.57:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #614A42?

RGB(97, 74, 66) · HSL(15.5, 19.0%, 32.0%) · CMYK(0.0%, 23.7%, 32.0%, 62.0%)

Does #614A42 meet WCAG contrast on white?

8.18:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #614A42?

Use FFFFFF text on a #614A42 background; contrast on black is 2.57:1.