#6C291A

#6C291A

Color Values

HEX

#6C291A

RGB

108, 41, 26

HSL

11.0, 61.2%, 26.3%

HSV

11.0, 75.9%, 42.4%

CMYK

0.0%, 62.0%, 75.9%, 57.6%

OKLCH

0.3756 0.0994 34.1

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: #6C291A;
color: #6C291A;
border-color: #6C291A;
Nearest Tailwind: Orange 900 #7C2D12

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

10.66:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

1.97:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #6C291A?

RGB(108, 41, 26) · HSL(11.0, 61.2%, 26.3%) · CMYK(0.0%, 62.0%, 75.9%, 57.6%)

Does #6C291A meet WCAG contrast on white?

10.66:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #6C291A?

Use FFFFFF text on a #6C291A background; contrast on black is 1.97:1.