#6F442C

#6F442C

Color Values

HEX

#6F442C

RGB

111, 68, 44

HSL

21.5, 43.2%, 30.4%

HSV

21.5, 60.4%, 43.5%

CMYK

0.0%, 38.7%, 60.4%, 56.5%

OKLCH

0.4313 0.0699 49.3

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: #6F442C;
color: #6F442C;
border-color: #6F442C;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 900 #713F12

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

8.27:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

2.54:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #6F442C?

RGB(111, 68, 44) · HSL(21.5, 43.2%, 30.4%) · CMYK(0.0%, 38.7%, 60.4%, 56.5%)

Does #6F442C meet WCAG contrast on white?

8.27:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #6F442C?

Use FFFFFF text on a #6F442C background; contrast on black is 2.54:1.