#6C3A25 Hex Color
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This dusty, unsaturated brown carries a heavy, serious weight. The hex code #6c3a25 excels as a backdrop for vintage packaging or moody brand identities. Because the shade is quite dark, white text offers excellent readability with a 9.3:1 contrast ratio. Avoid using it as a primary fill alongside other dark tones, as it can appear muddy. Pair it with soft creams for better balance.
Questions about #6c3a25
What is #6c3a25 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #6c3a25 is rgb(108, 58, 37), in HSL hsl(18, 49%, 28%) and in CMYK 0%, 46%, 66%, 58%.
What colors work well with #6c3a25?
Since #6c3a25 is a dark, unsaturated brown, it pairs beautifully with light, creamy neutrals to create a balanced vintage palette. Combining it with soft cream or off-white tones prevents the color from appearing too muddy while maintaining its serious, grounded character.
Is #6c3a25 readable on white or black?
#6c3a25 has a 9.25:1 contrast ratio on white and 2.26:1 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.