#692E17

#692E17

Color Values

HEX

#692E17

RGB

105, 46, 23

HSL

16.8, 64.1%, 25.1%

HSV

16.8, 78.1%, 41.2%

CMYK

0.0%, 56.2%, 78.1%, 58.8%

OKLCH

0.3782 0.0916 40.9

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: #692E17;
color: #692E17;
border-color: #692E17;
Nearest Tailwind: Amber 900 #78350F

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

10.48:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

2.0:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #692E17?

RGB(105, 46, 23) · HSL(16.8, 64.1%, 25.1%) · CMYK(0.0%, 56.2%, 78.1%, 58.8%)

Does #692E17 meet WCAG contrast on white?

10.48:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #692E17?

Use FFFFFF text on a #692E17 background; contrast on black is 2.0:1.