#6B2D1A Hex Color
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Dark and muted, #6b2d1a is a warm reddish brown with restrained saturation and strong depth. The hex code carries a serious, grounded mood with hints of passion and tradition. It suits autumn palettes, wine branding, luxury layouts, and moody backgrounds. White text reaches about 10.4:1 contrast, supporting readable body text, though large areas can feel heavy.
Questions about #6b2d1a
What is #6b2d1a in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #6b2d1a is rgb(107, 45, 26), in HSL hsl(14, 61%, 26%) and in CMYK 0%, 58%, 76%, 58%.
What colors pair well with #6b2d1a in a design palette?
For balanced palettes, #6b2d1a pairs well with cream, sage, or muted gold because these lighter, softer tones offset its dark red-brown base while preserving a warm, traditional feel across branding and editorial layouts. Use lighter neutrals for text and open space.
Is #6b2d1a readable on white or black?
#6b2d1a has a 10.41:1 contrast ratio on white and 2.01:1 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.