#6E3F2A

#6E3F2A

Overview

#6E3F2A is a warm, dark color. In RGB it is 110, 63, 42, in HSL 18.5°, 44.7%, 29.8%, and in CMYK 0.0%, 42.7%, 61.8%, 56.9%. The nearest named color is RAL 8002 Signal Brown.

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Color Values

HEX

#6E3F2A

RGB

110, 63, 42

HSL

18.5, 44.7%, 29.8%

HSV

18.5, 61.8%, 43.1%

CMYK

0.0%, 42.7%, 61.8%, 56.9%

OKLCH

0.4197 0.0735 44.4

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: #6E3F2A;
color: #6E3F2A;
border-color: #6E3F2A;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 900 #713F12

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

8.72:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

2.41:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #6E3F2A?

RGB(110, 63, 42) · HSL(18.5, 44.7%, 29.8%) · CMYK(0.0%, 42.7%, 61.8%, 56.9%)

Does #6E3F2A meet WCAG contrast on white?

8.72:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #6E3F2A?

Use FFFFFF text on a #6E3F2A background; contrast on black is 2.41:1.