#6A5939

#6A5939

Color Values

HEX

#6A5939

RGB

106, 89, 57

HSL

39.2, 30.1%, 32.0%

HSV

39.2, 46.2%, 41.6%

CMYK

0.0%, 16.0%, 46.2%, 58.4%

OKLCH

0.4727 0.052 82.6

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: #6A5939;
color: #6A5939;
border-color: #6A5939;
Nearest Tailwind: Stone 600 #57534E

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

6.77:1

AA Pass AAA Fail

Text on black

3.1:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #6A5939?

RGB(106, 89, 57) · HSL(39.2, 30.1%, 32.0%) · CMYK(0.0%, 16.0%, 46.2%, 58.4%)

Does #6A5939 meet WCAG contrast on white?

6.77:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Fail for normal text.

What text color is readable on #6A5939?

Use FFFFFF text on a #6A5939 background; contrast on black is 3.1:1.