#6C4E35

#6C4E35

Overview

#6C4E35 is a warm, dark color. In RGB it is 108, 78, 53, in HSL 27.3°, 34.2%, 31.6%, and in CMYK 0.0%, 27.8%, 50.9%, 57.6%. The nearest named color is RAL 1036 Pearl Gold.

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Color Values

HEX

#6C4E35

RGB

108, 78, 53

HSL

27.3, 34.2%, 31.6%

HSV

27.3, 50.9%, 42.4%

CMYK

0.0%, 27.8%, 50.9%, 57.6%

OKLCH

0.4498 0.0554 60.5

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: #6C4E35;
color: #6C4E35;
border-color: #6C4E35;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 900 #713F12

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

7.56:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

2.78:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #6C4E35?

RGB(108, 78, 53) · HSL(27.3, 34.2%, 31.6%) · CMYK(0.0%, 27.8%, 50.9%, 57.6%)

Does #6C4E35 meet WCAG contrast on white?

7.56:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #6C4E35?

Use FFFFFF text on a #6C4E35 background; contrast on black is 2.78:1.