#6B5E38

#6B5E38

Color Values

HEX

#6B5E38

RGB

107, 94, 56

HSL

44.7, 31.3%, 32.0%

HSV

44.7, 47.7%, 42.0%

CMYK

0.0%, 12.1%, 47.7%, 58.0%

OKLCH

0.485 0.0574 91.2

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: #6B5E38;
color: #6B5E38;
border-color: #6B5E38;
Nearest Tailwind: Stone 600 #57534E

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

6.4:1

AA Pass AAA Fail

Text on black

3.28:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #6B5E38?

RGB(107, 94, 56) · HSL(44.7, 31.3%, 32.0%) · CMYK(0.0%, 12.1%, 47.7%, 58.0%)

Does #6B5E38 meet WCAG contrast on white?

6.4:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Fail for normal text.

What text color is readable on #6B5E38?

Use FFFFFF text on a #6B5E38 background; contrast on black is 3.28:1.