#6C511E

#6C511E

Color Values

HEX

#6C511E

RGB

108, 81, 30

HSL

39.2, 56.5%, 27.1%

HSV

39.2, 72.2%, 42.4%

CMYK

0.0%, 25.0%, 72.2%, 57.6%

OKLCH

0.4529 0.0763 80.4

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: #6C511E;
color: #6C511E;
border-color: #6C511E;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 900 #713F12

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

7.41:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

2.83:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #6C511E?

RGB(108, 81, 30) · HSL(39.2, 56.5%, 27.1%) · CMYK(0.0%, 25.0%, 72.2%, 57.6%)

Does #6C511E meet WCAG contrast on white?

7.41:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #6C511E?

Use FFFFFF text on a #6C511E background; contrast on black is 2.83:1.