#6B4E2B

#6B4E2B

Overview

#6B4E2B is a warm, dark color. In RGB it is 107, 78, 43, in HSL 32.8Β°, 42.7%, 29.4%, and in CMYK 0.0%, 27.1%, 59.8%, 58.0%. The nearest named color is RAL 8008 Olive Brown.

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Color Values

HEX

#6B4E2B

RGB

107, 78, 43

HSL

32.8, 42.7%, 29.4%

HSV

32.8, 59.8%, 42.0%

CMYK

0.0%, 27.1%, 59.8%, 58.0%

OKLCH

0.4468 0.0636 70.2

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: #6B4E2B;
color: #6B4E2B;
border-color: #6B4E2B;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 900 #713F12

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

7.64:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

2.75:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #6B4E2B?

RGB(107, 78, 43) · HSL(32.8, 42.7%, 29.4%) · CMYK(0.0%, 27.1%, 59.8%, 58.0%)

Does #6B4E2B meet WCAG contrast on white?

7.64:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #6B4E2B?

Use FFFFFF text on a #6B4E2B background; contrast on black is 2.75:1.