#6B5736

#6B5736

Overview

#6B5736 is a warm, dark color. In RGB it is 107, 87, 54, in HSL 37.4°, 32.9%, 31.6%, and in CMYK 0.0%, 18.7%, 49.5%, 58.0%. The nearest named color is RAL 1036 Pearl Gold.

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Color Values

HEX

#6B5736

RGB

107, 87, 54

HSL

37.4, 32.9%, 31.6%

HSV

37.4, 49.5%, 42.0%

CMYK

0.0%, 18.7%, 49.5%, 58.0%

OKLCH

0.4687 0.0549 79.3

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: #6B5736;
color: #6B5736;
border-color: #6B5736;
Nearest Tailwind: Stone 600 #57534E

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

6.9:1

AA Pass AAA Fail

Text on black

3.04:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #6B5736?

RGB(107, 87, 54) · HSL(37.4, 32.9%, 31.6%) · CMYK(0.0%, 18.7%, 49.5%, 58.0%)

Does #6B5736 meet WCAG contrast on white?

6.9:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Fail for normal text.

What text color is readable on #6B5736?

Use FFFFFF text on a #6B5736 background; contrast on black is 3.04:1.