#642C14

#642C14

Color Values

HEX

#642C14

RGB

100, 44, 20

HSL

18.0, 66.7%, 23.5%

HSV

18.0, 80.0%, 39.2%

CMYK

0.0%, 56.0%, 80.0%, 60.8%

OKLCH

0.3661 0.0885 42.3

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: #642C14;
color: #642C14;
border-color: #642C14;
Nearest Tailwind: Amber 900 #78350F

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

10.98:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

1.91:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #642C14?

RGB(100, 44, 20) · HSL(18.0, 66.7%, 23.5%) · CMYK(0.0%, 56.0%, 80.0%, 60.8%)

Does #642C14 meet WCAG contrast on white?

10.98:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #642C14?

Use FFFFFF text on a #642C14 background; contrast on black is 1.91:1.