#6B5E47 Hex Color
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Dark and muted, #6b5e47 is a dusty yellow-olive shade with warm brown undertones and a matte, earthy feel. Its low saturation gives layouts a serious, understated mood without the starkness of near-black. Use the hex code as a supporting tone for outdoor, construction, military, or organic branding. Pair it with white text when small type needs reliable contrast.
Questions about #6b5e47
What is #6b5e47 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #6b5e47 is rgb(107, 94, 71), in HSL hsl(38, 20%, 35%) and in CMYK 0%, 12%, 34%, 58%. Browse more shades of gray with names and hex codes.
Does #6b5e47 read as warm or cool?
The #6b5e47 hex color reads warm because its muted yellow-olive base carries brown undertones, and its low saturation gives that warmth a dusty, restrained finish rather than a bright, fresh green cast. It feels closer to earthy khaki than to crisp green.
What colors pair well with #6b5e47 in a design palette?
In a palette, #6b5e47 pairs well with off-white, charcoal, and muted terracotta, which add light, structure, or controlled warmth without fighting its dusty olive-brown base or reserved mood. Keep brighter accents small so the palette stays grounded.
Is #6b5e47 readable on white or black?
#6b5e47 has a 6.33:1 contrast ratio on white and 3.31:1 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.