#663919 Hex Color
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Reach for #663919 when a design needs a dark, earthy base with real warmth. This muted brown reads like old leather or coffee grounds, and white text hits about 9.7:1 contrast against it, so small body type stays legible. It looks richer next to soft cream or burnt orange than stark white, which can wash it out. The hex code #663919 works best as a dominant background in moody or vintage layouts.
Questions about #663919
What is #663919 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #663919 is rgb(102, 57, 25), in HSL hsl(25, 61%, 25%) and in CMYK 0%, 44%, 75%, 60%.
What colors pair well with #663919?
#663919 pairs well with sage and dusty terracotta for an earthy palette, or pale cream for a vintage feel. Bright primaries tend to overpower its muted warmth, so stick to soft neighbors.
Is #663919 readable on white or black?
#663919 has a 9.70:1 contrast ratio on white and 2.16:1 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.