#6C4A31 Hex Color

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This muted, dark brown conveys a grounded, serious aesthetic perfect for vintage branding or rustic interface designs. Because of its low saturation and earthy warmth, #6c4a31 pairs well with cream or off-white tones for high readability. While strong as a base color, use it sparingly in large blocks to avoid a muddy effect. The hex code for this shade is #6c4a31.

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What is #6c4a31 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?

In RGB, #6c4a31 is rgb(108, 74, 49), in HSL hsl(25, 38%, 31%) and in CMYK 0%, 31%, 55%, 58%.

Which colors pair best with #6c4a31?

#6c4a31 works beautifully with light, creamy neutrals like ivory or beige to maintain high contrast and readability. For a sophisticated, earth-toned palette, try pairing this dark brown with a muted sage green or a soft terracotta to enhance its natural warmth.

Is #6c4a31 readable on white or black?

#6c4a31 has a 7.89:1 contrast ratio on white and 2.66:1 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.

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