#6E5532

#6E5532

Overview

#6E5532 is a warm, dark color. In RGB it is 110, 85, 50, in HSL 35.0°, 37.5%, 31.4%, and in CMYK 0.0%, 22.7%, 54.5%, 56.9%. The nearest named color is RAL 1036 Pearl Gold.

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Color Values

HEX

#6E5532

RGB

110, 85, 50

HSL

35.0, 37.5%, 31.4%

HSV

35.0, 54.5%, 43.1%

CMYK

0.0%, 22.7%, 54.5%, 56.9%

OKLCH

0.4669 0.0604 74.7

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: #6E5532;
color: #6E5532;
border-color: #6E5532;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 900 #713F12

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

6.98:1

AA Pass AAA Fail

Text on black

3.01:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #6E5532?

RGB(110, 85, 50) · HSL(35.0, 37.5%, 31.4%) · CMYK(0.0%, 22.7%, 54.5%, 56.9%)

Does #6E5532 meet WCAG contrast on white?

6.98:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Fail for normal text.

What text color is readable on #6E5532?

Use FFFFFF text on a #6E5532 background; contrast on black is 3.01:1.