#653E2F

#653E2F

Overview

#653E2F is a warm, dark color. In RGB it is 101, 62, 47, in HSL 16.7°, 36.5%, 29.0%, and in CMYK 0.0%, 38.6%, 53.5%, 60.4%. The nearest named color is RAL 8011 Nut Brown.

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Color Values

HEX

#653E2F

RGB

101, 62, 47

HSL

16.7, 36.5%, 29.0%

HSV

16.7, 53.5%, 39.6%

CMYK

0.0%, 38.6%, 53.5%, 60.4%

OKLCH

0.4061 0.0603 41.7

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: #653E2F;
color: #653E2F;
border-color: #653E2F;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 950 #422006

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

9.2:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

2.28:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #653E2F?

RGB(101, 62, 47) · HSL(16.7, 36.5%, 29.0%) · CMYK(0.0%, 38.6%, 53.5%, 60.4%)

Does #653E2F meet WCAG contrast on white?

9.2:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #653E2F?

Use FFFFFF text on a #653E2F background; contrast on black is 2.28:1.