#684E18

#684E18

Color Values

HEX

#684E18

RGB

104, 78, 24

HSL

40.5, 62.5%, 25.1%

HSV

40.5, 76.9%, 40.8%

CMYK

0.0%, 25.0%, 76.9%, 59.2%

OKLCH

0.4408 0.0777 82.1

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: #684E18;
color: #684E18;
border-color: #684E18;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 900 #713F12

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

7.8:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

2.69:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #684E18?

RGB(104, 78, 24) · HSL(40.5, 62.5%, 25.1%) · CMYK(0.0%, 25.0%, 76.9%, 59.2%)

Does #684E18 meet WCAG contrast on white?

7.8:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #684E18?

Use FFFFFF text on a #684E18 background; contrast on black is 2.69:1.