#68501B

#68501B

Color Values

HEX

#68501B

RGB

104, 80, 27

HSL

41.3, 58.8%, 25.7%

HSV

41.3, 74.0%, 40.8%

CMYK

0.0%, 23.1%, 74.0%, 59.2%

OKLCH

0.4456 0.0763 83.9

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: #68501B;
color: #68501B;
border-color: #68501B;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 900 #713F12

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

7.63:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

2.75:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #68501B?

RGB(104, 80, 27) · HSL(41.3, 58.8%, 25.7%) · CMYK(0.0%, 23.1%, 74.0%, 59.2%)

Does #68501B meet WCAG contrast on white?

7.63:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #68501B?

Use FFFFFF text on a #68501B background; contrast on black is 2.75:1.