#6C5A3C

#6C5A3C

Overview

#6C5A3C is a warm, dark color. In RGB it is 108, 90, 60, in HSL 37.5°, 28.6%, 32.9%, and in CMYK 0.0%, 16.7%, 44.4%, 57.6%. The nearest named color is RAL 1036 Pearl Gold.

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Color Values

HEX

#6C5A3C

RGB

108, 90, 60

HSL

37.5, 28.6%, 32.9%

HSV

37.5, 44.4%, 42.4%

CMYK

0.0%, 16.7%, 44.4%, 57.6%

OKLCH

0.4777 0.0502 79.9

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: #6C5A3C;
color: #6C5A3C;
border-color: #6C5A3C;
Nearest Tailwind: Stone 600 #57534E

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

6.63:1

AA Pass AAA Fail

Text on black

3.17:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #6C5A3C?

RGB(108, 90, 60) · HSL(37.5, 28.6%, 32.9%) · CMYK(0.0%, 16.7%, 44.4%, 57.6%)

Does #6C5A3C meet WCAG contrast on white?

6.63:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Fail for normal text.

What text color is readable on #6C5A3C?

Use FFFFFF text on a #6C5A3C background; contrast on black is 3.17:1.