#642D14

#642D14

Color Values

HEX

#642D14

RGB

100, 45, 20

HSL

18.8, 66.7%, 23.5%

HSV

18.8, 80.0%, 39.2%

CMYK

0.0%, 55.0%, 80.0%, 60.8%

OKLCH

0.3679 0.0876 43.3

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: #642D14;
color: #642D14;
border-color: #642D14;
Nearest Tailwind: Amber 900 #78350F

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

10.9:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

1.93:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #642D14?

RGB(100, 45, 20) · HSL(18.8, 66.7%, 23.5%) · CMYK(0.0%, 55.0%, 80.0%, 60.8%)

Does #642D14 meet WCAG contrast on white?

10.9:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #642D14?

Use FFFFFF text on a #642D14 background; contrast on black is 1.93:1.