#6D5B36

#6D5B36

Color Values

HEX

#6D5B36

RGB

109, 91, 54

HSL

40.4, 33.7%, 32.0%

HSV

40.4, 50.5%, 42.7%

CMYK

0.0%, 16.5%, 50.5%, 57.3%

OKLCH

0.4799 0.0582 84.4

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: #6D5B36;
color: #6D5B36;
border-color: #6D5B36;
Nearest Tailwind: Stone 600 #57534E

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

6.56:1

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 #6D5B36?

RGB(109, 91, 54) · HSL(40.4, 33.7%, 32.0%) · CMYK(0.0%, 16.5%, 50.5%, 57.3%)

Does #6D5B36 meet WCAG contrast on white?

6.56:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Fail for normal text.

What text color is readable on #6D5B36?

Use FFFFFF text on a #6D5B36 background; contrast on black is 3.2:1.