#693E09 Hex Color
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#693e09 is a dark brown with burnt orange undertones and a low, muted glow. It reads like soil, coffee, or old leather, so it suits food, agriculture, and vintage branding. White text sits on it at about 9.2:1 contrast, which clears AA for small body text. Pair it with sage or dusty teal for a palette that feels crafted rather than plain.
Questions about #693e09
What is #693e09 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #693e09 is rgb(105, 62, 9), in HSL hsl(33, 84%, 22%) and in CMYK 0%, 41%, 91%, 59%. Browse more shades of brown with names and hex codes.
What colors pair well with #693e09?
#693e09 pairs well with sage, dusty teal, and soft cream, which lift its warmth without fighting it. Skip bright reds and oranges, since they crowd out its muted character.
Is #693e09 readable on white or black?
#693e09 has a 9.15:1 contrast ratio on white and 2.29:1 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.