#6D2B17

#6D2B17

Overview

#6D2B17 is a warm, dark color. In RGB it is 109, 43, 23, in HSL 14.0°, 65.2%, 25.9%, and in CMYK 0.0%, 60.6%, 78.9%, 57.3%. The nearest named color is RAL 8029 Pearl Copper.

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Color Values

HEX

#6D2B17

RGB

109, 43, 23

HSL

14.0, 65.2%, 25.9%

HSV

14.0, 78.9%, 42.7%

CMYK

0.0%, 60.6%, 78.9%, 57.3%

OKLCH

0.38 0.0994 37.3

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: #6D2B17;
color: #6D2B17;
border-color: #6D2B17;
Nearest Tailwind: Orange 900 #7C2D12

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

10.46:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

2.01:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #6D2B17?

RGB(109, 43, 23) · HSL(14.0, 65.2%, 25.9%) · CMYK(0.0%, 60.6%, 78.9%, 57.3%)

Does #6D2B17 meet WCAG contrast on white?

10.46:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #6D2B17?

Use FFFFFF text on a #6D2B17 background; contrast on black is 2.01:1.