#6E522C

#6E522C

Overview

#6E522C is a warm, dark color. In RGB it is 110, 82, 44, in HSL 34.5°, 42.9%, 30.2%, and in CMYK 0.0%, 25.5%, 60.0%, 56.9%. The nearest named color is RAL 8008 Olive Brown.

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Color Values

HEX

#6E522C

RGB

110, 82, 44

HSL

34.5, 42.9%, 30.2%

HSV

34.5, 60.0%, 43.1%

CMYK

0.0%, 25.5%, 60.0%, 56.9%

OKLCH

0.4593 0.0655 73.4

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: #6E522C;
color: #6E522C;
border-color: #6E522C;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 900 #713F12

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

7.23:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

2.91:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #6E522C?

RGB(110, 82, 44) · HSL(34.5, 42.9%, 30.2%) · CMYK(0.0%, 25.5%, 60.0%, 56.9%)

Does #6E522C meet WCAG contrast on white?

7.23:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #6E522C?

Use FFFFFF text on a #6E522C background; contrast on black is 2.91:1.