#6B5B36

#6B5B36

Color Values

HEX

#6B5B36

RGB

107, 91, 54

HSL

41.9, 32.9%, 31.6%

HSV

41.9, 49.5%, 42.0%

CMYK

0.0%, 15.0%, 49.5%, 58.0%

OKLCH

0.4777 0.0574 86.9

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: #6B5B36;
color: #6B5B36;
border-color: #6B5B36;
Nearest Tailwind: Stone 600 #57534E

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

6.61:1

AA Pass AAA Fail

Text on black

3.17:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #6B5B36?

RGB(107, 91, 54) · HSL(41.9, 32.9%, 31.6%) · CMYK(0.0%, 15.0%, 49.5%, 58.0%)

Does #6B5B36 meet WCAG contrast on white?

6.61:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Fail for normal text.

What text color is readable on #6B5B36?

Use FFFFFF text on a #6B5B36 background; contrast on black is 3.17:1.