#6A523C

#6A523C

Overview

#6A523C is a warm, dark color. In RGB it is 106, 82, 60, in HSL 28.7°, 27.7%, 32.5%, and in CMYK 0.0%, 22.6%, 43.4%, 58.4%. The nearest named color is RAL 8025 Pale Brown.

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Color Values

HEX

#6A523C

RGB

106, 82, 60

HSL

28.7, 27.7%, 32.5%

HSV

28.7, 43.4%, 41.6%

CMYK

0.0%, 22.6%, 43.4%, 58.4%

OKLCH

0.4576 0.0464 63.8

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: #6A523C;
color: #6A523C;
border-color: #6A523C;
Nearest Tailwind: Stone 600 #57534E

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

7.28:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

2.89:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #6A523C?

RGB(106, 82, 60) · HSL(28.7, 27.7%, 32.5%) · CMYK(0.0%, 22.6%, 43.4%, 58.4%)

Does #6A523C meet WCAG contrast on white?

7.28:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #6A523C?

Use FFFFFF text on a #6A523C background; contrast on black is 2.89:1.