#6B511F

#6B511F

Color Values

HEX

#6B511F

RGB

107, 81, 31

HSL

39.5, 55.1%, 27.1%

HSV

39.5, 71.0%, 42.0%

CMYK

0.0%, 24.3%, 71.0%, 58.0%

OKLCH

0.4518 0.075 81.0

Properties

Color Psychology

Dark browns like chocolate and espresso project richness, indulgence, and masculine elegance. They carry the warmth of wood-paneled studies and aged leather, evoking comfort and established tradition. These deep tones suggest solidity, dependability, and mature sophistication.

Design Usage

Dark brown excels as a text color alternative to pure black, providing warmth and reducing visual harshness. It suits coffee roasters, chocolate brands, and heritage accessories with a tradition focus. Pair it with cream, gold, or burnt orange for a luxurious, warm-toned design system.

Color Harmonies

Color Blindness Simulation

CSS Usage

background-color: #6B511F;
color: #6B511F;
border-color: #6B511F;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 900 #713F12

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

7.44:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

2.82:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #6B511F?

RGB(107, 81, 31) · HSL(39.5, 55.1%, 27.1%) · CMYK(0.0%, 24.3%, 71.0%, 58.0%)

Does #6B511F meet WCAG contrast on white?

7.44:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #6B511F?

Use FFFFFF text on a #6B511F background; contrast on black is 2.82:1.