#6B511E

#6B511E

Color Values

HEX

#6B511E

RGB

107, 81, 30

HSL

39.7, 56.2%, 26.9%

HSV

39.7, 72.0%, 42.0%

CMYK

0.0%, 24.3%, 72.0%, 58.0%

OKLCH

0.4517 0.0758 81.4

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: #6B511E;
color: #6B511E;
border-color: #6B511E;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 900 #713F12

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

7.44:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

2.82:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #6B511E?

RGB(107, 81, 30) · HSL(39.7, 56.2%, 26.9%) · CMYK(0.0%, 24.3%, 72.0%, 58.0%)

Does #6B511E meet WCAG contrast on white?

7.44:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #6B511E?

Use FFFFFF text on a #6B511E background; contrast on black is 2.82:1.