#6C4E23

#6C4E23

Color Values

HEX

#6C4E23

RGB

108, 78, 35

HSL

35.3, 51.0%, 28.0%

HSV

35.3, 67.6%, 42.4%

CMYK

0.0%, 27.8%, 67.6%, 57.6%

OKLCH

0.4469 0.0715 73.9

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: #6C4E23;
color: #6C4E23;
border-color: #6C4E23;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 900 #713F12

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

7.63:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

2.75:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

Compare With

Related Articles

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #6C4E23?

RGB(108, 78, 35) · HSL(35.3, 51.0%, 28.0%) · CMYK(0.0%, 27.8%, 67.6%, 57.6%)

Does #6C4E23 meet WCAG contrast on white?

7.63:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #6C4E23?

Use FFFFFF text on a #6C4E23 background; contrast on black is 2.75:1.