#6E4A32 Hex Color
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#6e4a32 is a dense, dusty brown with low saturation and warm undertones. It projects stability and seriousness, making it a reliable choice for branding in legal, artisan, or organic sectors. Use this shade as a supporting tone rather than a dominant background to avoid a muddy appearance. It pairs effectively with off-white text, offering sufficient contrast for readability in UI designs.
Questions about #6e4a32
What is #6e4a32 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #6e4a32 is rgb(110, 74, 50), in HSL hsl(24, 38%, 31%) and in CMYK 0%, 33%, 55%, 57%.
How should I use #6e4a32 in a color palette?
#6e4a32 works best as a grounding support color rather than a main background, as its heavy saturation can feel muddy if used in large blocks. Pair it with crisp cream or off-white to ensure your text remains legible and clear.
Is #6e4a32 readable on white or black?
#6e4a32 has a 7.81:1 contrast ratio on white and 2.68:1 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.