#6F2F17

#6F2F17

Color Values

HEX

#6F2F17

RGB

111, 47, 23

HSL

16.4, 65.7%, 26.3%

HSV

16.4, 79.3%, 43.5%

CMYK

0.0%, 57.7%, 79.3%, 56.5%

OKLCH

0.3898 0.0979 40.1

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: #6F2F17;
color: #6F2F17;
border-color: #6F2F17;
Nearest Tailwind: Amber 900 #78350F

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

10.02:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

2.09:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #6F2F17?

RGB(111, 47, 23) · HSL(16.4, 65.7%, 26.3%) · CMYK(0.0%, 57.7%, 79.3%, 56.5%)

Does #6F2F17 meet WCAG contrast on white?

10.02:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #6F2F17?

Use FFFFFF text on a #6F2F17 background; contrast on black is 2.09:1.