#6D5B2C

#6D5B2C

Overview

#6D5B2C is a warm, dark color. In RGB it is 109, 91, 44, in HSL 43.4°, 42.5%, 30.0%, and in CMYK 0.0%, 16.5%, 59.6%, 57.3%. The nearest named color is RAL 7008 Khaki Grey.

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Color Values

HEX

#6D5B2C

RGB

109, 91, 44

HSL

43.4, 42.5%, 30.0%

HSV

43.4, 59.6%, 42.7%

CMYK

0.0%, 16.5%, 59.6%, 57.3%

OKLCH

0.4783 0.0691 88.7

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: #6D5B2C;
color: #6D5B2C;
border-color: #6D5B2C;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 900 #713F12

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

6.6:1

AA Pass AAA Fail

Text on black

3.18:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #6D5B2C?

RGB(109, 91, 44) · HSL(43.4, 42.5%, 30.0%) · CMYK(0.0%, 16.5%, 59.6%, 57.3%)

Does #6D5B2C meet WCAG contrast on white?

6.6:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Fail for normal text.

What text color is readable on #6D5B2C?

Use FFFFFF text on a #6D5B2C background; contrast on black is 3.18:1.