#6D421E

#6D421E

Overview

#6D421E is a warm, dark color. In RGB it is 109, 66, 30, in HSL 27.3°, 56.8%, 27.3%, and in CMYK 0.0%, 39.4%, 72.5%, 57.3%. The nearest named color is RAL 8003 Clay Brown.

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Color Values

HEX

#6D421E

RGB

109, 66, 30

HSL

27.3, 56.8%, 27.3%

HSV

27.3, 72.5%, 42.7%

CMYK

0.0%, 39.4%, 72.5%, 57.3%

OKLCH

0.4224 0.0778 58.2

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: #6D421E;
color: #6D421E;
border-color: #6D421E;
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 #6D421E?

RGB(109, 66, 30) · HSL(27.3, 56.8%, 27.3%) · CMYK(0.0%, 39.4%, 72.5%, 57.3%)

Does #6D421E meet WCAG contrast on white?

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

What text color is readable on #6D421E?

Use FFFFFF text on a #6D421E background; contrast on black is 2.45:1.