#6E4237

#6E4237

Overview

#6E4237 is a warm, dark color. In RGB it is 110, 66, 55, in HSL 12.0°, 33.3%, 32.4%, and in CMYK 0.0%, 40.0%, 50.0%, 56.9%. The nearest named color is RAL 8015 Chestnut Brown.

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Color Values

HEX

#6E4237

RGB

110, 66, 55

HSL

12.0, 33.3%, 32.4%

HSV

12.0, 50.0%, 43.1%

CMYK

0.0%, 40.0%, 50.0%, 56.9%

OKLCH

0.4282 0.0643 34.8

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: #6E4237;
color: #6E4237;
border-color: #6E4237;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 950 #422006

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

8.41:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

2.5:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #6E4237?

RGB(110, 66, 55) · HSL(12.0, 33.3%, 32.4%) · CMYK(0.0%, 40.0%, 50.0%, 56.9%)

Does #6E4237 meet WCAG contrast on white?

8.41:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #6E4237?

Use FFFFFF text on a #6E4237 background; contrast on black is 2.5:1.