#6C5318

#6C5318

Overview

#6C5318 is a warm, dark color. In RGB it is 108, 83, 24, in HSL 42.1Β°, 63.6%, 25.9%, and in CMYK 0.0%, 23.1%, 77.8%, 57.6%. The nearest named color is RAL 8008 Olive Brown.

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Color Values

HEX

#6C5318

RGB

108, 83, 24

HSL

42.1, 63.6%, 25.9%

HSV

42.1, 77.8%, 42.4%

CMYK

0.0%, 23.1%, 77.8%, 57.6%

OKLCH

0.4568 0.0815 84.8

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: #6C5318;
color: #6C5318;
border-color: #6C5318;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 900 #713F12

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

7.27:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

2.89:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #6C5318?

RGB(108, 83, 24) · HSL(42.1, 63.6%, 25.9%) · CMYK(0.0%, 23.1%, 77.8%, 57.6%)

Does #6C5318 meet WCAG contrast on white?

7.27:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #6C5318?

Use FFFFFF text on a #6C5318 background; contrast on black is 2.89:1.