#693D1E

#693D1E

Overview

#693D1E is a warm, dark color. In RGB it is 105, 61, 30, in HSL 24.8°, 55.6%, 26.5%, and in CMYK 0.0%, 41.9%, 71.4%, 58.8%. The nearest named color is RAL 8003 Clay Brown.

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Color Values

HEX

#693D1E

RGB

105, 61, 30

HSL

24.8, 55.6%, 26.5%

HSV

24.8, 71.4%, 41.2%

CMYK

0.0%, 41.9%, 71.4%, 58.8%

OKLCH

0.4068 0.0761 53.9

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: #693D1E;
color: #693D1E;
border-color: #693D1E;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 900 #713F12

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

9.18:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

2.29:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #693D1E?

RGB(105, 61, 30) · HSL(24.8, 55.6%, 26.5%) · CMYK(0.0%, 41.9%, 71.4%, 58.8%)

Does #693D1E meet WCAG contrast on white?

9.18:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #693D1E?

Use FFFFFF text on a #693D1E background; contrast on black is 2.29:1.