#61493D Hex Color
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A muted, dusty brown with strong, unsaturated undertones, #61493d provides a serious foundation for moody branding and organic food packaging. This color reads as stable and reliable, making it an excellent alternative to black for UI backgrounds. Because it is dark, pair it with white text to maintain high readability. It feels most authentic when used in vintage or artisanal designs.
Questions about #61493d
What is #61493d in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #61493d is rgb(97, 73, 61), in HSL hsl(20, 23%, 31%) and in CMYK 0%, 25%, 37%, 62%.
Where does #61493d work best in UI design?
#61493d functions exceptionally well as a secondary background color or for text blocks that need to feel softer than standard black. It maintains a high-end, artisanal quality that pairs effectively with cream or off-white accents for better readability.
Which color palettes complement the depth of #61493d?
Is #61493d readable on white or black?
#61493d has a 8.30:1 contrast ratio on white and 2.52:1 on black. WCAG asks for 4.5:1 for body text and 3:1 for large text, so on white it works for body text and on black it is too faint for text. Try other pairs in the contrast checker.