#6D421D

#6D421D

Color Values

HEX

#6D421D

RGB

109, 66, 29

HSL

27.8, 58.0%, 27.1%

HSV

27.8, 73.4%, 42.7%

CMYK

0.0%, 39.4%, 73.4%, 57.3%

OKLCH

0.4223 0.0785 58.8

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: #6D421D;
color: #6D421D;
border-color: #6D421D;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 900 #713F12

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

8.58:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

2.45:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #6D421D?

RGB(109, 66, 29) · HSL(27.8, 58.0%, 27.1%) · CMYK(0.0%, 39.4%, 73.4%, 57.3%)

Does #6D421D meet WCAG contrast on white?

8.58:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #6D421D?

Use FFFFFF text on a #6D421D background; contrast on black is 2.45:1.