#6E331B

#6E331B

Color Values

HEX

#6E331B

RGB

110, 51, 27

HSL

17.3, 60.6%, 26.9%

HSV

17.3, 75.5%, 43.1%

CMYK

0.0%, 53.6%, 75.5%, 56.9%

OKLCH

0.3954 0.0913 41.8

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: #6E331B;
color: #6E331B;
border-color: #6E331B;
Nearest Tailwind: Amber 900 #78350F

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

9.76:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

2.15:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #6E331B?

RGB(110, 51, 27) · HSL(17.3, 60.6%, 26.9%) · CMYK(0.0%, 53.6%, 75.5%, 56.9%)

Does #6E331B meet WCAG contrast on white?

9.76:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #6E331B?

Use FFFFFF text on a #6E331B background; contrast on black is 2.15:1.