#6D5B2F

#6D5B2F

Overview

#6D5B2F is a warm, dark color. In RGB it is 109, 91, 47, in HSL 42.6°, 39.7%, 30.6%, and in CMYK 0.0%, 16.5%, 56.9%, 57.3%. The nearest named color is RAL 7008 Khaki Grey.

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Color Values

HEX

#6D5B2F

RGB

109, 91, 47

HSL

42.6, 39.7%, 30.6%

HSV

42.6, 56.9%, 42.7%

CMYK

0.0%, 16.5%, 56.9%, 57.3%

OKLCH

0.4788 0.066 87.6

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: #6D5B2F;
color: #6D5B2F;
border-color: #6D5B2F;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 900 #713F12

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

6.59:1

AA Pass AAA Fail

Text on black

3.19:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #6D5B2F?

RGB(109, 91, 47) · HSL(42.6, 39.7%, 30.6%) · CMYK(0.0%, 16.5%, 56.9%, 57.3%)

Does #6D5B2F meet WCAG contrast on white?

6.59:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Fail for normal text.

What text color is readable on #6D5B2F?

Use FFFFFF text on a #6D5B2F background; contrast on black is 3.19:1.