#685849 Hex Color
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A muted, ashy brown, #685849 brings a serious and grounded mood to any design. This dusty shade feels reliable and strong, working well for organic, vintage, or industrial themes. Because it provides a subtle, dark contrast, designers often use this hex code as an alternative to black for backgrounds or type. It offers a sense of security while maintaining an understated appearance.
Questions about #685849
What is #685849 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #685849 is rgb(104, 88, 73), in HSL hsl(29, 18%, 35%) and in CMYK 0%, 15%, 30%, 59%.
Is #685849 readable on white or black?
#685849 has a 6.81:1 contrast ratio on white and 3.08:1 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 works only for large text (24px, or 18.5px bold). Try other pairs in the contrast checker.