#6B3825 Hex Color
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Dark brown like aged leather or roasted coffee, #6b3825 works best as a grounding base in food, tobacco, and vintage branding. Its low saturation and muted warmth make it a solid supporting tone next to cream or sage. The hex code sits dark enough that white text stays readable on it, clearing WCAG AA at about 9.5:1 contrast.
Questions about #6b3825
What is #6b3825 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #6b3825 is rgb(107, 56, 37), in HSL hsl(16, 49%, 28%) and in CMYK 0%, 48%, 65%, 58%. Browse more shades of brown with names and hex codes.
What colors pair well with #6b3825?
Pair #6b3825 with cream, sage, or dusty blue for a natural, vintage feel. A soft tan keeps the palette warm, while slate blue adds contrast without clashing with its muted warmth.
What mood does #6b3825 convey?
Its low saturation and dark value give it a serious, grounded mood with hints of warmth and comfort. Designers use it to signal craft, reliability, and rustic character.
Is #6b3825 readable on white or black?
#6b3825 has a 9.46:1 contrast ratio on white and 2.21:1 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.