#6D3616

#6D3616

Overview

#6D3616 is a warm, dark color. In RGB it is 109, 54, 22, in HSL 22.1°, 66.4%, 25.7%, and in CMYK 0.0%, 50.5%, 79.8%, 57.3%. The nearest named color is RAL 8003 Clay Brown.

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Color Values

HEX

#6D3616

RGB

109, 54, 22

HSL

22.1, 66.4%, 25.7%

HSV

22.1, 79.8%, 42.7%

CMYK

0.0%, 50.5%, 79.8%, 57.3%

OKLCH

0.3985 0.0896 48.1

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: #6D3616;
color: #6D3616;
border-color: #6D3616;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 900 #713F12

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

9.59:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

2.19:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #6D3616?

RGB(109, 54, 22) · HSL(22.1, 66.4%, 25.7%) · CMYK(0.0%, 50.5%, 79.8%, 57.3%)

Does #6D3616 meet WCAG contrast on white?

9.59:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #6D3616?

Use FFFFFF text on a #6D3616 background; contrast on black is 2.19:1.