#694B17

#694B17

Color Values

HEX

#694B17

RGB

105, 75, 23

HSL

38.0, 64.1%, 25.1%

HSV

38.0, 78.1%, 41.2%

CMYK

0.0%, 28.6%, 78.1%, 58.8%

OKLCH

0.4353 0.0781 77.4

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: #694B17;
color: #694B17;
border-color: #694B17;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 900 #713F12

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

8.02:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

2.62:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #694B17?

RGB(105, 75, 23) · HSL(38.0, 64.1%, 25.1%) · CMYK(0.0%, 28.6%, 78.1%, 58.8%)

Does #694B17 meet WCAG contrast on white?

8.02:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #694B17?

Use FFFFFF text on a #694B17 background; contrast on black is 2.62:1.