#6B5116

#6B5116

Overview

#6B5116 is a warm, dark color. In RGB it is 107, 81, 22, in HSL 41.6°, 65.9%, 25.3%, and in CMYK 0.0%, 24.3%, 79.4%, 58.0%. The nearest named color is RAL 8008 Olive Brown.

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Color Values

HEX

#6B5116

RGB

107, 81, 22

HSL

41.6, 65.9%, 25.3%

HSV

41.6, 79.4%, 42.0%

CMYK

0.0%, 24.3%, 79.4%, 58.0%

OKLCH

0.451 0.0816 83.7

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: #6B5116;
color: #6B5116;
border-color: #6B5116;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 900 #713F12

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

7.46:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

2.81:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #6B5116?

RGB(107, 81, 22) · HSL(41.6, 65.9%, 25.3%) · CMYK(0.0%, 24.3%, 79.4%, 58.0%)

Does #6B5116 meet WCAG contrast on white?

7.46:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #6B5116?

Use FFFFFF text on a #6B5116 background; contrast on black is 2.81:1.