1. browns
2. neutrals
3. Chieftain

Color Chieftain brown (#6a5637):
HEX, RGB color codes for HTML and CSS

The Comprehensive Guide to Chieftain brown (#6a5637):
Its Meaning and Harmonious Color Matches in Design.

Hue Family:
browns

browns Family:
neutral

Saturation:
moderately saturated

Tones:
colorful tone

Shade:
medium

Temperature:
warm

Chromaticity:
chromatic

Chroma:
medium chroma

Color Information about Chieftain / #6a5637

The HTML HEX code is #6a5637. The corresponding color name is "Chieftain". In RGB values (additive color space used for Digital Displays), this HEX code translates to Red (R): 106%, Green (G): 86%, Blue (B): 55%. In the CMYK color model (subtractive color model used in printing), it is represented by Cyan (C): 0%, Magenta (M): 19%, Yellow (Y):48%, Black (K): 58%. In the HSL color space, #6a5637 has a hue of 36°, saturation of 32%, and lightness of 32%. The HSV representation is 36° for hue, 48% for saturation, and 42% for value.

In the CIE-LAB color space, the color is denoted by L* (lightness) = 38, a* (green to red) = 4, and b* (blue to yellow) = 21. The XYZ representation is X: 10, Y: 10, Z: 5. In the YUV color space, it translates to Y (luminance) = 0.3468, U (chrominance) = -0.0645, and V (chrominance) = 0.0604.

The decimal value of the color is 6968887. The closest Web-safe HEX code is #666633. Variations of the colour are #AC8C5D for a 20% lighter version and #282115 for a 20% darker version.

For the color with hex value #6a5637, the correlated color temperature (CT) is estimated to be 3722 Kelvin (3722K).

The approximate wavelength of #6a5637 is around 628.00nm.

The Depth and Diversity of Chieftain (Hex: #6a5637): Exploring its Impact in Design and Culture

Chieftain (#6a5637) is a rich, warm color similar to the earthy tones found in the African savannah. It resembles the golden brown hue of weathered tree bark, evoking a sense of strength and resilience. This color shares similarities with other natural elements such as the rugged terrain of rocky mountainsides or the aged leather of antique furniture. Chieftain blends well with autumnal landscapes, capturing the essence of fallen leaves and sun-kissed fields. Incorporating Chieftain into designs can add a touch of warmth and organic authenticity, making it ideal for brands seeking a natural, grounded aesthetic.

Tints and Shades of #6a5637 HEX color (Chieftain)

In color theory, tints and shades are essential for understanding the depth and luminosity of colors. A tint is achieved by adding white to a pure hue, lightening its appearance. Conversely, a shade results from blending black with a color, giving it a deeper tone. In the context of #6a5637, this color stands at the center between its tints and shades. While the tints get progressively lighter moving towards white (#ffffff), the shades deepen towards black (#000000).

• #ffffff
• #DAD5CD
• #B5AB9B
• #8F8069
• #6a5637
• #504129
• #352B1C
• #1B160E
• #000000

Tones of Chieftain (#6a5637 HEX color)

A tone is produced by adding gray to any pure hue. In the case of #6a5637, #736754 is the less saturated color, while #6a5637 is the most saturated one.

• #736754
• #71634d
• #6e5e46
• #6c5a3e
• #6a5637
• #333333
• #262626
• #1a1a1a
• #0d0d0d

HTML Usage Examples

<p style="color: #6a5637;">This is a css example</p>

p { color: #6a5637; }

.text {color:#6a5637;}

.background {background-color:#6a5637;}

.border {border:1px solid #6a5637;}