#6B4F49 Hex Color
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Close to dark roasted coffee, #6b4f49 is a muted red with a dusty, ashy cast. Its low saturation keeps it calm and understated, so it works best as a supporting tone or small accent rather than a dominant base. Pair it with cream or muted teal for contrast. White text reads clearly on this hex code, clearing WCAG AA for small body text.
Questions about #6b4f49
What is #6b4f49 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #6b4f49 is rgb(107, 79, 73), in HSL hsl(11, 19%, 35%) and in CMYK 0%, 26%, 32%, 58%.
What colors go well with #6b4f49?
#6b4f49 pairs well with soft cream, sage, and muted teal, which lift its dark red undertones without clashing. It also sits comfortably beside tan leather and warm woods in rustic or moody designs. Avoid bright reds and oranges nearby, since they make it look muddy.
Is #6b4f49 readable on white or black?
#6b4f49 has a 7.39:1 contrast ratio on white and 2.83:1 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.