#6D6761 Hex Color
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This dusty, ashy brown sits between a muted orange and a deep grey. Because of its desaturated, earthy quality, #6d6761 works best as a supporting tone rather than a large background. It pairs well with crisp creams or soft sage greens to balance its inherent heaviness. Designers often use this hex code in branding for organic, vintage goods where reliability and a grounded, tactile feel are essential.
Questions about #6d6761
What is #6d6761 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #6d6761 is rgb(109, 103, 97), in HSL hsl(30, 6%, 40%) and in CMYK 0%, 6%, 11%, 57%. Browse more shades of gray with names and hex codes.
What color palettes pair well with #6d6761?
Is #6d6761 a warm or cool color?
While #6d6761 sits in the brown family, it reads as a cool, desaturated neutral because of its heavy grey undertones. It lacks the vibrancy of typical warm oranges or reds, making it an excellent choice for a grounding base that remains unobtrusive and calm.
Is #6d6761 readable on white or black?
#6d6761 has a 5.58:1 contrast ratio on white and 3.76:1 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.