#6E3E21

#6E3E21

Color Values

HEX

#6E3E21

RGB

110, 62, 33

HSL

22.6, 53.8%, 28.0%

HSV

22.6, 70.0%, 43.1%

CMYK

0.0%, 43.6%, 70.0%, 56.9%

OKLCH

0.4163 0.0794 50.3

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: #6E3E21;
color: #6E3E21;
border-color: #6E3E21;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 900 #713F12

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

8.85:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

2.37:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #6E3E21?

RGB(110, 62, 33) · HSL(22.6, 53.8%, 28.0%) · CMYK(0.0%, 43.6%, 70.0%, 56.9%)

Does #6E3E21 meet WCAG contrast on white?

8.85:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #6E3E21?

Use FFFFFF text on a #6E3E21 background; contrast on black is 2.37:1.