#6F4E21

#6F4E21

Color Values

HEX

#6F4E21

RGB

111, 78, 33

HSL

34.6, 54.2%, 28.2%

HSV

34.6, 70.3%, 43.5%

CMYK

0.0%, 29.7%, 70.3%, 56.5%

OKLCH

0.4504 0.0752 72.1

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: #6F4E21;
color: #6F4E21;
border-color: #6F4E21;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 900 #713F12

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

7.53:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

2.79:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #6F4E21?

RGB(111, 78, 33) · HSL(34.6, 54.2%, 28.2%) · CMYK(0.0%, 29.7%, 70.3%, 56.5%)

Does #6F4E21 meet WCAG contrast on white?

7.53:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #6F4E21?

Use FFFFFF text on a #6F4E21 background; contrast on black is 2.79:1.