#684C1E

#684C1E

Overview

#684C1E is a warm, dark color. In RGB it is 104, 76, 30, in HSL 37.3°, 55.2%, 26.3%, and in CMYK 0.0%, 26.9%, 71.2%, 59.2%. The nearest named color is RAL 8008 Olive Brown.

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Color Values

HEX

#684C1E

RGB

104, 76, 30

HSL

37.3, 55.2%, 26.3%

HSV

37.3, 71.2%, 40.8%

CMYK

0.0%, 26.9%, 71.2%, 59.2%

OKLCH

0.437 0.0726 77.1

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: #684C1E;
color: #684C1E;
border-color: #684C1E;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 900 #713F12

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

7.95:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

2.64:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #684C1E?

RGB(104, 76, 30) · HSL(37.3, 55.2%, 26.3%) · CMYK(0.0%, 26.9%, 71.2%, 59.2%)

Does #684C1E meet WCAG contrast on white?

7.95:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #684C1E?

Use FFFFFF text on a #684C1E background; contrast on black is 2.64:1.