#653B2A

#653B2A

Overview

#653B2A is a warm, dark color. In RGB it is 101, 59, 42, in HSL 17.3°, 41.3%, 28.0%, and in CMYK 0.0%, 41.6%, 58.4%, 60.4%. The nearest named color is RAL 8002 Signal Brown.

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Color Values

HEX

#653B2A

RGB

101, 59, 42

HSL

17.3, 41.3%, 28.0%

HSV

17.3, 58.4%, 39.6%

CMYK

0.0%, 41.6%, 58.4%, 60.4%

OKLCH

0.3991 0.0656 42.6

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: #653B2A;
color: #653B2A;
border-color: #653B2A;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 950 #422006

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

9.49:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

2.21:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #653B2A?

RGB(101, 59, 42) · HSL(17.3, 41.3%, 28.0%) · CMYK(0.0%, 41.6%, 58.4%, 60.4%)

Does #653B2A meet WCAG contrast on white?

9.49:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #653B2A?

Use FFFFFF text on a #653B2A background; contrast on black is 2.21:1.