#6E6038

#6E6038

Overview

#6E6038 is a warm, dark color. In RGB it is 110, 96, 56, in HSL 44.4°, 32.5%, 32.5%, and in CMYK 0.0%, 12.7%, 49.1%, 56.9%. The nearest named color is RAL 7008 Khaki Grey.

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Color Values

HEX

#6E6038

RGB

110, 96, 56

HSL

44.4, 32.5%, 32.5%

HSV

44.4, 49.1%, 43.1%

CMYK

0.0%, 12.7%, 49.1%, 56.9%

OKLCH

0.4927 0.06 90.8

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: #6E6038;
color: #6E6038;
border-color: #6E6038;
Nearest Tailwind: Stone 600 #57534E

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

6.19:1

AA Pass AAA Fail

Text on black

3.39:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #6E6038?

RGB(110, 96, 56) · HSL(44.4, 32.5%, 32.5%) · CMYK(0.0%, 12.7%, 49.1%, 56.9%)

Does #6E6038 meet WCAG contrast on white?

6.19:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Fail for normal text.

What text color is readable on #6E6038?

Use FFFFFF text on a #6E6038 background; contrast on black is 3.39:1.