#6F3E1F

#6F3E1F

Overview

#6F3E1F is a warm, dark color. In RGB it is 111, 62, 31, in HSL 23.2°, 56.3%, 27.8%, and in CMYK 0.0%, 44.1%, 72.1%, 56.5%. The nearest named color is RAL 8003 Clay Brown.

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Color Values

HEX

#6F3E1F

RGB

111, 62, 31

HSL

23.2, 56.3%, 27.8%

HSV

23.2, 72.1%, 43.5%

CMYK

0.0%, 44.1%, 72.1%, 56.5%

OKLCH

0.4175 0.0816 51.1

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: #6F3E1F;
color: #6F3E1F;
border-color: #6F3E1F;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 900 #713F12

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

8.81:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

2.38:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #6F3E1F?

RGB(111, 62, 31) · HSL(23.2, 56.3%, 27.8%) · CMYK(0.0%, 44.1%, 72.1%, 56.5%)

Does #6F3E1F meet WCAG contrast on white?

8.81:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #6F3E1F?

Use FFFFFF text on a #6F3E1F background; contrast on black is 2.38:1.