#6D4D2B

#6D4D2B

Overview

#6D4D2B is a warm, dark color. In RGB it is 109, 77, 43, in HSL 30.9°, 43.4%, 29.8%, and in CMYK 0.0%, 29.4%, 60.6%, 57.3%. The nearest named color is RAL 8008 Olive Brown.

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Color Values

HEX

#6D4D2B

RGB

109, 77, 43

HSL

30.9, 43.4%, 29.8%

HSV

30.9, 60.6%, 42.7%

CMYK

0.0%, 29.4%, 60.6%, 57.3%

OKLCH

0.4471 0.0653 66.5

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: #6D4D2B;
color: #6D4D2B;
border-color: #6D4D2B;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 900 #713F12

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

7.65:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

2.75:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #6D4D2B?

RGB(109, 77, 43) · HSL(30.9, 43.4%, 29.8%) · CMYK(0.0%, 29.4%, 60.6%, 57.3%)

Does #6D4D2B meet WCAG contrast on white?

7.65:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #6D4D2B?

Use FFFFFF text on a #6D4D2B background; contrast on black is 2.75:1.