#6A381D

#6A381D

Overview

#6A381D is a warm, dark color. In RGB it is 106, 56, 29, in HSL 21.0Β°, 57.0%, 26.5%, and in CMYK 0.0%, 47.2%, 72.6%, 58.4%. The nearest named color is RAL 8003 Clay Brown.

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Color Values

HEX

#6A381D

RGB

106, 56, 29

HSL

21.0, 57.0%, 26.5%

HSV

21.0, 72.6%, 41.6%

CMYK

0.0%, 47.2%, 72.6%, 58.4%

OKLCH

0.3984 0.0813 47.5

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: #6A381D;
color: #6A381D;
border-color: #6A381D;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 900 #713F12

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

9.56:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

2.2:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #6A381D?

RGB(106, 56, 29) · HSL(21.0, 57.0%, 26.5%) · CMYK(0.0%, 47.2%, 72.6%, 58.4%)

Does #6A381D meet WCAG contrast on white?

9.56:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #6A381D?

Use FFFFFF text on a #6A381D background; contrast on black is 2.2:1.