#6D5426

#6D5426

Overview

#6D5426 is a warm, dark color. In RGB it is 109, 84, 38, in HSL 38.9°, 48.3%, 28.8%, and in CMYK 0.0%, 22.9%, 65.1%, 57.3%. The nearest named color is RAL 8008 Olive Brown.

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Color Values

HEX

#6D5426

RGB

109, 84, 38

HSL

38.9, 48.3%, 28.8%

HSV

38.9, 65.1%, 42.7%

CMYK

0.0%, 22.9%, 65.1%, 57.3%

OKLCH

0.4617 0.0711 80.7

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: #6D5426;
color: #6D5426;
border-color: #6D5426;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 900 #713F12

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

7.13:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

2.95:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #6D5426?

RGB(109, 84, 38) · HSL(38.9, 48.3%, 28.8%) · CMYK(0.0%, 22.9%, 65.1%, 57.3%)

Does #6D5426 meet WCAG contrast on white?

7.13:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #6D5426?

Use FFFFFF text on a #6D5426 background; contrast on black is 2.95:1.