#693B15

#693B15

Color Values

HEX

#693B15

RGB

105, 59, 21

HSL

27.1, 66.7%, 24.7%

HSV

27.1, 80.0%, 41.2%

CMYK

0.0%, 43.8%, 80.0%, 58.8%

OKLCH

0.4018 0.0823 56.5

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: #693B15;
color: #693B15;
border-color: #693B15;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 900 #713F12

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

9.39:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

2.24:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #693B15?

RGB(105, 59, 21) · HSL(27.1, 66.7%, 24.7%) · CMYK(0.0%, 43.8%, 80.0%, 58.8%)

Does #693B15 meet WCAG contrast on white?

9.39:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #693B15?

Use FFFFFF text on a #693B15 background; contrast on black is 2.24:1.