#6C5017

#6C5017

Overview

#6C5017 is a warm, dark color. In RGB it is 108, 80, 23, in HSL 40.2°, 64.9%, 25.7%, and in CMYK 0.0%, 25.9%, 78.7%, 57.6%. The nearest named color is RAL 8008 Olive Brown.

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Color Values

HEX

#6C5017

RGB

108, 80, 23

HSL

40.2, 64.9%, 25.7%

HSV

40.2, 78.7%, 42.4%

CMYK

0.0%, 25.9%, 78.7%, 57.6%

OKLCH

0.45 0.081 81.3

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: #6C5017;
color: #6C5017;
border-color: #6C5017;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 900 #713F12

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

7.51:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

2.8:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #6C5017?

RGB(108, 80, 23) · HSL(40.2, 64.9%, 25.7%) · CMYK(0.0%, 25.9%, 78.7%, 57.6%)

Does #6C5017 meet WCAG contrast on white?

7.51:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #6C5017?

Use FFFFFF text on a #6C5017 background; contrast on black is 2.8:1.