#693A17

#693A17

Color Values

HEX

#693A17

RGB

105, 58, 23

HSL

25.6, 64.1%, 25.1%

HSV

25.6, 78.1%, 41.2%

CMYK

0.0%, 44.8%, 78.1%, 58.8%

OKLCH

0.4 0.0818 54.2

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: #693A17;
color: #693A17;
border-color: #693A17;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 900 #713F12

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

9.47:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

2.22:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #693A17?

RGB(105, 58, 23) · HSL(25.6, 64.1%, 25.1%) · CMYK(0.0%, 44.8%, 78.1%, 58.8%)

Does #693A17 meet WCAG contrast on white?

9.47:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #693A17?

Use FFFFFF text on a #693A17 background; contrast on black is 2.22:1.