#665A39

#665A39

Color Values

HEX

#665A39

RGB

102, 90, 57

HSL

44.0, 28.3%, 31.2%

HSV

44.0, 44.1%, 40.0%

CMYK

0.0%, 11.8%, 44.1%, 60.0%

OKLCH

0.4707 0.0511 90.3

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: #665A39;
color: #665A39;
border-color: #665A39;
Nearest Tailwind: Stone 600 #57534E

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

6.8:1

AA Pass AAA Fail

Text on black

3.09:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #665A39?

RGB(102, 90, 57) · HSL(44.0, 28.3%, 31.2%) · CMYK(0.0%, 11.8%, 44.1%, 60.0%)

Does #665A39 meet WCAG contrast on white?

6.8:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Fail for normal text.

What text color is readable on #665A39?

Use FFFFFF text on a #665A39 background; contrast on black is 3.09:1.