#6D5B34

#6D5B34

Overview

#6D5B34 is a warm, dark color. In RGB it is 109, 91, 52, in HSL 41.1Β°, 35.4%, 31.6%, and in CMYK 0.0%, 16.5%, 52.3%, 57.3%. The nearest named color is RAL 7008 Khaki Grey.

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Color Values

HEX

#6D5B34

RGB

109, 91, 52

HSL

41.1, 35.4%, 31.6%

HSV

41.1, 52.3%, 42.7%

CMYK

0.0%, 16.5%, 52.3%, 57.3%

OKLCH

0.4796 0.0605 85.4

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: #6D5B34;
color: #6D5B34;
border-color: #6D5B34;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 900 #713F12

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

6.57:1

AA Pass AAA Fail

Text on black

3.2:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #6D5B34?

RGB(109, 91, 52) · HSL(41.1, 35.4%, 31.6%) · CMYK(0.0%, 16.5%, 52.3%, 57.3%)

Does #6D5B34 meet WCAG contrast on white?

6.57:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Fail for normal text.

What text color is readable on #6D5B34?

Use FFFFFF text on a #6D5B34 background; contrast on black is 3.2:1.