#68552D

#68552D

Color Values

HEX

#68552D

RGB

104, 85, 45

HSL

40.7, 39.6%, 29.2%

HSV

40.7, 56.7%, 40.8%

CMYK

0.0%, 18.3%, 56.7%, 59.2%

OKLCH

0.4592 0.0622 84.5

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: #68552D;
color: #68552D;
border-color: #68552D;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 900 #713F12

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

7.18:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

2.93:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #68552D?

RGB(104, 85, 45) · HSL(40.7, 39.6%, 29.2%) · CMYK(0.0%, 18.3%, 56.7%, 59.2%)

Does #68552D meet WCAG contrast on white?

7.18:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #68552D?

Use FFFFFF text on a #68552D background; contrast on black is 2.93:1.