#6C5137

#6C5137

Color Values

HEX

#6C5137

RGB

108, 81, 55

HSL

29.4, 32.5%, 32.0%

HSV

29.4, 49.1%, 42.4%

CMYK

0.0%, 25.0%, 49.1%, 57.6%

OKLCH

0.4567 0.0532 64.8

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: #6C5137;
color: #6C5137;
border-color: #6C5137;
Nearest Tailwind: Stone 600 #57534E

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

7.32:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

2.87:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #6C5137?

RGB(108, 81, 55) · HSL(29.4, 32.5%, 32.0%) · CMYK(0.0%, 25.0%, 49.1%, 57.6%)

Does #6C5137 meet WCAG contrast on white?

7.32:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #6C5137?

Use FFFFFF text on a #6C5137 background; contrast on black is 2.87:1.