#6A4631 Hex Color
Online color picker to view shades, tints, color codes, and complementary colors
This muted, matte brown offers a serious, grounded presence without feeling heavy. Because it is highly unsaturated, #6a4631 works best as a stabilizing background or a supporting texture in vintage-inspired branding. Pair it with soft cream or muted sage to avoid muddy contrast. With an 8.3:1 ratio against white, the hex code remains perfectly readable for body text, making it a reliable choice for dark-mode layouts.
Questions about #6a4631
What is #6a4631 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #6a4631 is rgb(106, 70, 49), in HSL hsl(22, 37%, 30%) and in CMYK 0%, 34%, 54%, 58%. Browse more shades of brown with names and hex codes.
What color combinations work best with #6a4631?
Use high-contrast neutrals like off-white or soft creams to keep the design clean, or pull in earthy accents like muted sage to maintain a cohesive, vintage aesthetic. Avoid pairing with overly vibrant primaries that create muddy contrast.
Is #6a4631 readable on white or black?
#6a4631 has a 8.28:1 contrast ratio on white and 2.53:1 on black. WCAG asks for 4.5:1 for body text and 3:1 for large text, so on white it works for body text and on black it is too faint for text. Try other pairs in the contrast checker.