#6A552B

#6A552B

Color Values

HEX

#6A552B

RGB

106, 85, 43

HSL

40.0, 42.3%, 29.2%

HSV

40.0, 59.4%, 41.6%

CMYK

0.0%, 19.8%, 59.4%, 58.4%

OKLCH

0.4612 0.0652 83.2

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: #6A552B;
color: #6A552B;
border-color: #6A552B;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 900 #713F12

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

7.13:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

2.95:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #6A552B?

RGB(106, 85, 43) · HSL(40.0, 42.3%, 29.2%) · CMYK(0.0%, 19.8%, 59.4%, 58.4%)

Does #6A552B meet WCAG contrast on white?

7.13:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #6A552B?

Use FFFFFF text on a #6A552B background; contrast on black is 2.95:1.