#6A5C45 Hex Color
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#6a5c45 is a muted, dusty olive with strong brown undertones. Since it is dark and desaturated, it functions best as a grounding background rather than a pop of color. It provides excellent readability for white text with a 6.5:1 contrast ratio, which meets accessibility standards for body copy. Use this hex code for vintage branding or organic product design when you need a serious, understated look.
Questions about #6a5c45
What is #6a5c45 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #6a5c45 is rgb(106, 92, 69), in HSL hsl(37, 21%, 34%) and in CMYK 0%, 13%, 35%, 58%. Browse more shades of gray with names and hex codes.
What colors pair well with #6a5c45?
This earthy shade creates a balanced, organic look when paired with cream or off-white backgrounds, which brighten the space. For a more sophisticated palette, try accenting it with terracotta or deep navy to play off its natural olive and brown undertones.
Is #6a5c45 readable on white or black?
#6a5c45 has a 6.50:1 contrast ratio on white and 3.22:1 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 works only for large text (24px, or 18.5px bold). Try other pairs in the contrast checker.