#6D4F37

#6D4F37

Color Values

HEX

#6D4F37

RGB

109, 79, 55

HSL

26.7, 32.9%, 32.2%

HSV

26.7, 49.5%, 42.7%

CMYK

0.0%, 27.5%, 49.5%, 57.3%

OKLCH

0.4536 0.0544 59.5

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: #6D4F37;
color: #6D4F37;
border-color: #6D4F37;
Nearest Tailwind: Stone 600 #57534E

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

7.44:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

2.82:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #6D4F37?

RGB(109, 79, 55) · HSL(26.7, 32.9%, 32.2%) · CMYK(0.0%, 27.5%, 49.5%, 57.3%)

Does #6D4F37 meet WCAG contrast on white?

7.44:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #6D4F37?

Use FFFFFF text on a #6D4F37 background; contrast on black is 2.82:1.