#642F17

#642F17

Color Values

HEX

#642F17

RGB

100, 47, 23

HSL

18.7, 62.6%, 24.1%

HSV

18.7, 77.0%, 39.2%

CMYK

0.0%, 53.0%, 77.0%, 60.8%

OKLCH

0.3718 0.0845 43.6

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: #642F17;
color: #642F17;
border-color: #642F17;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 900 #713F12

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

10.71:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

1.96:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #642F17?

RGB(100, 47, 23) · HSL(18.7, 62.6%, 24.1%) · CMYK(0.0%, 53.0%, 77.0%, 60.8%)

Does #642F17 meet WCAG contrast on white?

10.71:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #642F17?

Use FFFFFF text on a #642F17 background; contrast on black is 1.96:1.