#6B5821

#6B5821

Color Values

HEX

#6B5821

RGB

107, 88, 33

HSL

44.6, 52.9%, 27.5%

HSV

44.6, 69.2%, 42.0%

CMYK

0.0%, 17.8%, 69.2%, 58.0%

OKLCH

0.4679 0.0769 89.9

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: #6B5821;
color: #6B5821;
border-color: #6B5821;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 900 #713F12

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 #6B5821?

RGB(107, 88, 33) · HSL(44.6, 52.9%, 27.5%) · CMYK(0.0%, 17.8%, 69.2%, 58.0%)

Does #6B5821 meet WCAG contrast on white?

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

What text color is readable on #6B5821?

Use FFFFFF text on a #6B5821 background; contrast on black is 3.04:1.