#68452E

#68452E

Overview

#68452E is a warm, dark color. In RGB it is 104, 69, 46, in HSL 23.8°, 38.7%, 29.4%, and in CMYK 0.0%, 33.7%, 55.8%, 59.2%. The nearest named color is RAL 8011 Nut Brown.

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Color Values

HEX

#68452E

RGB

104, 69, 46

HSL

23.8, 38.7%, 29.4%

HSV

23.8, 55.8%, 40.8%

CMYK

0.0%, 33.7%, 55.8%, 59.2%

OKLCH

0.4243 0.0599 53.7

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: #68452E;
color: #68452E;
border-color: #68452E;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 900 #713F12

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

8.47:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

2.48:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #68452E?

RGB(104, 69, 46) · HSL(23.8, 38.7%, 29.4%) · CMYK(0.0%, 33.7%, 55.8%, 59.2%)

Does #68452E meet WCAG contrast on white?

8.47:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #68452E?

Use FFFFFF text on a #68452E background; contrast on black is 2.48:1.