#6C421B

#6C421B

Color Values

HEX

#6C421B

RGB

108, 66, 27

HSL

28.9, 60.0%, 26.5%

HSV

28.9, 75.0%, 42.4%

CMYK

0.0%, 38.9%, 75.0%, 57.6%

OKLCH

0.4207 0.0787 60.6

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: #6C421B;
color: #6C421B;
border-color: #6C421B;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 900 #713F12

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

8.63:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

2.43:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #6C421B?

RGB(108, 66, 27) · HSL(28.9, 60.0%, 26.5%) · CMYK(0.0%, 38.9%, 75.0%, 57.6%)

Does #6C421B meet WCAG contrast on white?

8.63:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #6C421B?

Use FFFFFF text on a #6C421B background; contrast on black is 2.43:1.