#693A26

#693A26

Overview

#693A26 is a warm, dark color. In RGB it is 105, 58, 38, in HSL 17.9°, 46.9%, 28.0%, and in CMYK 0.0%, 44.8%, 63.8%, 58.8%. The nearest named color is RAL 8002 Signal Brown.

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Color Values

HEX

#693A26

RGB

105, 58, 38

HSL

17.9, 46.9%, 28.0%

HSV

17.9, 63.8%, 41.2%

CMYK

0.0%, 44.8%, 63.8%, 58.8%

OKLCH

0.4021 0.0737 43.3

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: #693A26;
color: #693A26;
border-color: #693A26;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 900 #713F12

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

9.4:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

2.23:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #693A26?

RGB(105, 58, 38) · HSL(17.9, 46.9%, 28.0%) · CMYK(0.0%, 44.8%, 63.8%, 58.8%)

Does #693A26 meet WCAG contrast on white?

9.4:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #693A26?

Use FFFFFF text on a #693A26 background; contrast on black is 2.23:1.