#6E3C22 Hex Color
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#6e3c22 is a dark, muted brown with warm reddish undertones and low saturation. Its serious, grounded character suits coffee, chocolate, tobacco, agriculture, and vintage branding. Use it as a supporting tone beside cream or dusty blue, since large areas can feel heavy. The hex code #6e3c22 also provides strong contrast for white text.
Questions about #6e3c22
What is #6e3c22 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #6e3c22 is rgb(110, 60, 34), in HSL hsl(21, 53%, 28%) and in CMYK 0%, 45%, 69%, 57%.
What colors pair well with #6e3c22?
The #6e3c22 hex color pairs well with cream, dusty blue, sage, and warm tan, which lighten its muted brown base without competing with its reddish undertones. Use cream for softer contrast or dusty blue for a balanced, vintage feel.
Does #6e3c22 look warm or cool?
The #6e3c22 hex color reads as warm because its brown base has noticeable red undertones, creating a grounded, earthy mood. That warmth suits coffee, chocolate, tobacco, agriculture, and vintage-inspired layouts, especially beside cooler dusty blue.
Is #6e3c22 readable on white or black?
#6e3c22 has a 9.00:1 contrast ratio on white and 2.33:1 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.