#6E504E Hex Color

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This dusty, muted reddish-brown feels grounded and serious. Due to its dark, unsaturated character, it functions well as a moody background or within branding that favors understatement. The hex code is #6e504e. It provides excellent legibility for white text, as its 7.2:1 contrast ratio easily exceeds accessibility standards for small body copy.

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What is #6e504e in RGB, HSL and CMYK?

In RGB, #6e504e is rgb(110, 80, 78), in HSL hsl(4, 17%, 37%) and in CMYK 0%, 27%, 29%, 57%. Browse more shades of brown with names and hex codes.

What color palettes work best with #6e504e?

This shade pairs well with cool, neutral tones like slate or cream to balance its heavy reddish-brown warmth. Using it alongside muted greens or soft grays enhances its grounded, organic character without overwhelming the overall visual hierarchy.

Is #6e504e readable on white or black?

#6e504e has a 7.19:1 contrast ratio on white and 2.92:1 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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