analogous
Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#6C5531 — Coffee
#6C5531 is a dark moderately saturated brown sitting at 37° on the color wheel. Below you will find every format, a full tint and shade ramp, contrast ratings, and five harmony schemes built around it.
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Tints and shades of #6C5531
- faf8f4
- ece3d4
- ddcdb4
- cfb893
- c0a373
- b28d53
- 937442
- 735b34
- 524125
- 322716
- 120e08
Color schemes using #6C5531
complementary
Two opposite hues that create the strongest possible contrast and visual tension.
split complementary
A base hue paired with the two neighbours of its complement — bold but easier to balance.
triadic
Three hues spaced evenly around the wheel for a vibrant, well-balanced scheme.
tetradic
Two complementary pairs, giving you the widest range of usable accents.
monochromatic
A single hue explored across lightness and saturation for a refined, minimal look.
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#6C5531 FAQ
What color is #6C5531?
#6C5531 is a shade of coffee in the brown family. It has a hue of 37 degrees, 38% saturation and 31% lightness, which makes it a dark muted color.
What is the RGB value of #6C5531?
#6C5531 is rgb(108, 85, 49) in RGB, hsl(37, 38%, 31%) in HSL, and cmyk(0%, 21%, 55%, 58%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #6C5531?
White text on this background reaches 7.04:1, which passes WCAG AA. Black text reaches 2.98:1.
What colors go well with #6C5531?
Its direct complement is #31486D. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #31666D and #38316D gives you contrast without the vibration.