#6F4E27

#6F4E27

Color Values

HEX

#6F4E27

RGB

111, 78, 39

HSL

32.5, 48.0%, 29.4%

HSV

32.5, 64.9%, 43.5%

CMYK

0.0%, 29.7%, 64.9%, 56.5%

OKLCH

0.4512 0.0704 68.9

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: #6F4E27;
color: #6F4E27;
border-color: #6F4E27;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 900 #713F12

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

7.51:1

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 #6F4E27?

RGB(111, 78, 39) · HSL(32.5, 48.0%, 29.4%) · CMYK(0.0%, 29.7%, 64.9%, 56.5%)

Does #6F4E27 meet WCAG contrast on white?

7.51:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #6F4E27?

Use FFFFFF text on a #6F4E27 background; contrast on black is 2.79:1.