#684F16

#684F16

Color Values

HEX

#684F16

RGB

104, 79, 22

HSL

41.7, 65.1%, 24.7%

HSV

41.7, 78.8%, 40.8%

CMYK

0.0%, 24.0%, 78.8%, 59.2%

OKLCH

0.4429 0.0795 84.0

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: #684F16;
color: #684F16;
border-color: #684F16;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 900 #713F12

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

7.72:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

2.72:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #684F16?

RGB(104, 79, 22) · HSL(41.7, 65.1%, 24.7%) · CMYK(0.0%, 24.0%, 78.8%, 59.2%)

Does #684F16 meet WCAG contrast on white?

7.72:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #684F16?

Use FFFFFF text on a #684F16 background; contrast on black is 2.72:1.