#6A2513

#6A2513

Color Values

HEX

#6A2513

RGB

106, 37, 19

HSL

12.4, 69.6%, 24.5%

HSV

12.4, 82.1%, 41.6%

CMYK

0.0%, 65.1%, 82.1%, 58.4%

OKLCH

0.3653 0.1031 35.5

Properties

Color Psychology

Dark browns like chocolate and espresso project richness, indulgence, and masculine elegance. They carry the warmth of wood-paneled studies and aged leather, evoking comfort and established tradition. These deep tones suggest solidity, dependability, and mature sophistication.

Design Usage

Dark brown excels as a text color alternative to pure black, providing warmth and reducing visual harshness. It suits coffee roasters, chocolate brands, and heritage accessories with a tradition focus. Pair it with cream, gold, or burnt orange for a luxurious, warm-toned design system.

Color Harmonies

Color Blindness Simulation

CSS Usage

background-color: #6A2513;
color: #6A2513;
border-color: #6A2513;
Nearest Tailwind: Orange 900 #7C2D12

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

11.13:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

1.89:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #6A2513?

RGB(106, 37, 19) · HSL(12.4, 69.6%, 24.5%) · CMYK(0.0%, 65.1%, 82.1%, 58.4%)

Does #6A2513 meet WCAG contrast on white?

11.13:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #6A2513?

Use FFFFFF text on a #6A2513 background; contrast on black is 1.89:1.