#6D4529

#6D4529

Overview

#6D4529 is a warm, dark color. In RGB it is 109, 69, 41, in HSL 24.7°, 45.3%, 29.4%, and in CMYK 0.0%, 36.7%, 62.4%, 57.3%. The nearest named color is RAL 8003 Clay Brown.

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Color Values

HEX

#6D4529

RGB

109, 69, 41

HSL

24.7, 45.3%, 29.4%

HSV

24.7, 62.4%, 42.7%

CMYK

0.0%, 36.7%, 62.4%, 57.3%

OKLCH

0.4301 0.0691 54.8

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: #6D4529;
color: #6D4529;
border-color: #6D4529;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 900 #713F12

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

8.29:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

2.53:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #6D4529?

RGB(109, 69, 41) · HSL(24.7, 45.3%, 29.4%) · CMYK(0.0%, 36.7%, 62.4%, 57.3%)

Does #6D4529 meet WCAG contrast on white?

8.29:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #6D4529?

Use FFFFFF text on a #6D4529 background; contrast on black is 2.53:1.