#683A18 Hex Color
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This deep, unsaturated brown feels solid and grounded. Because #683a18 is quite dark and muted, it functions best as a supporting tone or an anchor rather than a large background. It pairs well with cream or off-white accents, which pop against the darker field. Use this hex code for branding that requires a sense of traditional reliability or vintage, organic appeal.
Questions about #683a18
What is #683a18 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #683a18 is rgb(104, 58, 24), in HSL hsl(25, 63%, 25%) and in CMYK 0%, 44%, 77%, 59%.
What colors pair best with #683a18?
#683a18 works exceptionally well when paired with creamy off-whites or soft sand tones to prevent the overall design from feeling too heavy. You can also introduce muted sage greens or warm terracottas to emphasize its natural, organic, and grounded quality.
Is #683a18 considered a warm or cool brown?
#683a18 leans distinctly warm due to its red and orange undertones, which prevent it from looking like a flat or lifeless grey-brown. This inherent warmth makes it a stable anchor for vintage-inspired branding or classic interior design palettes.
Is #683a18 readable on white or black?
#683a18 has a 9.51:1 contrast ratio on white and 2.20:1 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.