#684F38

#684F38

Color Values

HEX

#684F38

RGB

104, 79, 56

HSL

28.8, 30.0%, 31.4%

HSV

28.8, 46.2%, 40.8%

CMYK

0.0%, 24.0%, 46.2%, 59.2%

OKLCH

0.4478 0.0486 63.7

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: #684F38;
color: #684F38;
border-color: #684F38;
Nearest Tailwind: Stone 600 #57534E

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

7.6:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

2.76:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #684F38?

RGB(104, 79, 56) · HSL(28.8, 30.0%, 31.4%) · CMYK(0.0%, 24.0%, 46.2%, 59.2%)

Does #684F38 meet WCAG contrast on white?

7.6:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #684F38?

Use FFFFFF text on a #684F38 background; contrast on black is 2.76:1.