#6A3716

#6A3716

Overview

#6A3716 is a warm, dark color. In RGB it is 106, 55, 22, in HSL 23.6°, 65.6%, 25.1%, and in CMYK 0.0%, 48.1%, 79.2%, 58.4%. The nearest named color is RAL 8003 Clay Brown.

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Color Values

HEX

#6A3716

RGB

106, 55, 22

HSL

23.6, 65.6%, 25.1%

HSV

23.6, 79.2%, 41.6%

CMYK

0.0%, 48.1%, 79.2%, 58.4%

OKLCH

0.3957 0.0854 50.6

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: #6A3716;
color: #6A3716;
border-color: #6A3716;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 900 #713F12

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

9.67:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

2.17:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #6A3716?

RGB(106, 55, 22) · HSL(23.6, 65.6%, 25.1%) · CMYK(0.0%, 48.1%, 79.2%, 58.4%)

Does #6A3716 meet WCAG contrast on white?

9.67:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #6A3716?

Use FFFFFF text on a #6A3716 background; contrast on black is 2.17:1.