#6E5936

#6E5936

Overview

#6E5936 is a warm, dark color. In RGB it is 110, 89, 54, in HSL 37.5°, 34.1%, 32.2%, and in CMYK 0.0%, 19.1%, 50.9%, 56.9%. The nearest named color is RAL 1036 Pearl Gold.

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Color Values

HEX

#6E5936

RGB

110, 89, 54

HSL

37.5, 34.1%, 32.2%

HSV

37.5, 50.9%, 43.1%

CMYK

0.0%, 19.1%, 50.9%, 56.9%

OKLCH

0.4765 0.0576 79.5

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: #6E5936;
color: #6E5936;
border-color: #6E5936;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 900 #713F12

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

6.68:1

AA Pass AAA Fail

Text on black

3.15:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #6E5936?

RGB(110, 89, 54) · HSL(37.5, 34.1%, 32.2%) · CMYK(0.0%, 19.1%, 50.9%, 56.9%)

Does #6E5936 meet WCAG contrast on white?

6.68:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Fail for normal text.

What text color is readable on #6E5936?

Use FFFFFF text on a #6E5936 background; contrast on black is 3.15:1.