#6C3B23

#6C3B23

Overview

#6C3B23 is a warm, dark color. In RGB it is 108, 59, 35, in HSL 19.7°, 51.0%, 28.0%, and in CMYK 0.0%, 45.4%, 67.6%, 57.6%. The nearest named color is RAL 8002 Signal Brown.

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Color Values

HEX

#6C3B23

RGB

108, 59, 35

HSL

19.7, 51.0%, 28.0%

HSV

19.7, 67.6%, 42.4%

CMYK

0.0%, 45.4%, 67.6%, 57.6%

OKLCH

0.408 0.0781 45.9

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: #6C3B23;
color: #6C3B23;
border-color: #6C3B23;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 900 #713F12

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

9.18:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

2.29:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #6C3B23?

RGB(108, 59, 35) · HSL(19.7, 51.0%, 28.0%) · CMYK(0.0%, 45.4%, 67.6%, 57.6%)

Does #6C3B23 meet WCAG contrast on white?

9.18:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #6C3B23?

Use FFFFFF text on a #6C3B23 background; contrast on black is 2.29:1.