#685D3E

#685D3E

Overview

#685D3E is a warm, dark color. In RGB it is 104, 93, 62, in HSL 44.3°, 25.3%, 32.5%, and in CMYK 0.0%, 10.6%, 40.4%, 59.2%. The nearest named color is RAL 7006 Beige Grey.

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Color Values

HEX

#685D3E

RGB

104, 93, 62

HSL

44.3, 25.3%, 32.5%

HSV

44.3, 40.4%, 40.8%

CMYK

0.0%, 10.6%, 40.4%, 59.2%

OKLCH

0.4807 0.0481 90.8

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: #685D3E;
color: #685D3E;
border-color: #685D3E;
Nearest Tailwind: Stone 600 #57534E

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

6.51:1

AA Pass AAA Fail

Text on black

3.22:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #685D3E?

RGB(104, 93, 62) · HSL(44.3, 25.3%, 32.5%) · CMYK(0.0%, 10.6%, 40.4%, 59.2%)

Does #685D3E meet WCAG contrast on white?

6.51:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Fail for normal text.

What text color is readable on #685D3E?

Use FFFFFF text on a #685D3E background; contrast on black is 3.22:1.