#6C5532

#6C5532

Overview

#6C5532 is a warm, dark color. In RGB it is 108, 85, 50, in HSL 36.2°, 36.7%, 31.0%, and in CMYK 0.0%, 21.3%, 53.7%, 57.6%. The nearest named color is RAL 1036 Pearl Gold.

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Color Values

HEX

#6C5532

RGB

108, 85, 50

HSL

36.2, 36.7%, 31.0%

HSV

36.2, 53.7%, 42.4%

CMYK

0.0%, 21.3%, 53.7%, 57.6%

OKLCH

0.4646 0.059 77.0

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: #6C5532;
color: #6C5532;
border-color: #6C5532;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 900 #713F12

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

7.04:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

2.98:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #6C5532?

RGB(108, 85, 50) · HSL(36.2, 36.7%, 31.0%) · CMYK(0.0%, 21.3%, 53.7%, 57.6%)

Does #6C5532 meet WCAG contrast on white?

7.04:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #6C5532?

Use FFFFFF text on a #6C5532 background; contrast on black is 2.98:1.