#6E5D34

#6E5D34

Overview

#6E5D34 is a warm, dark color. In RGB it is 110, 93, 52, in HSL 42.4Β°, 35.8%, 31.8%, and in CMYK 0.0%, 15.5%, 52.7%, 56.9%. The nearest named color is RAL 7008 Khaki Grey.

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Color Values

HEX

#6E5D34

RGB

110, 93, 52

HSL

42.4, 35.8%, 31.8%

HSV

42.4, 52.7%, 43.1%

CMYK

0.0%, 15.5%, 52.7%, 56.9%

OKLCH

0.4852 0.0623 87.6

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: #6E5D34;
color: #6E5D34;
border-color: #6E5D34;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 900 #713F12

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

6.41:1

AA Pass AAA Fail

Text on black

3.28:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #6E5D34?

RGB(110, 93, 52) · HSL(42.4, 35.8%, 31.8%) · CMYK(0.0%, 15.5%, 52.7%, 56.9%)

Does #6E5D34 meet WCAG contrast on white?

6.41:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Fail for normal text.

What text color is readable on #6E5D34?

Use FFFFFF text on a #6E5D34 background; contrast on black is 3.28:1.