#653B1E

#653B1E

Overview

#653B1E is a warm, dark color. In RGB it is 101, 59, 30, in HSL 24.5°, 54.2%, 25.7%, and in CMYK 0.0%, 41.6%, 70.3%, 60.4%. The nearest named color is RAL 8003 Clay Brown.

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Color Values

HEX

#653B1E

RGB

101, 59, 30

HSL

24.5, 54.2%, 25.7%

HSV

24.5, 70.3%, 39.6%

CMYK

0.0%, 41.6%, 70.3%, 60.4%

OKLCH

0.397 0.0729 53.6

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: #653B1E;
color: #653B1E;
border-color: #653B1E;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 900 #713F12

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

9.56:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

2.2:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #653B1E?

RGB(101, 59, 30) · HSL(24.5, 54.2%, 25.7%) · CMYK(0.0%, 41.6%, 70.3%, 60.4%)

Does #653B1E meet WCAG contrast on white?

9.56:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #653B1E?

Use FFFFFF text on a #653B1E background; contrast on black is 2.2:1.