#6C542F

#6C542F

Overview

#6C542F is a warm, dark color. In RGB it is 108, 84, 47, in HSL 36.4°, 39.4%, 30.4%, and in CMYK 0.0%, 22.2%, 56.5%, 57.6%. The nearest named color is RAL 1036 Pearl Gold.

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Color Values

HEX

#6C542F

RGB

108, 84, 47

HSL

36.4, 39.4%, 30.4%

HSV

36.4, 56.5%, 42.4%

CMYK

0.0%, 22.2%, 56.5%, 57.6%

OKLCH

0.4619 0.0618 77.1

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: #6C542F;
color: #6C542F;
border-color: #6C542F;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 900 #713F12

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

7.13:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

2.95:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #6C542F?

RGB(108, 84, 47) · HSL(36.4, 39.4%, 30.4%) · CMYK(0.0%, 22.2%, 56.5%, 57.6%)

Does #6C542F meet WCAG contrast on white?

7.13:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #6C542F?

Use FFFFFF text on a #6C542F background; contrast on black is 2.95:1.