#6F5017

#6F5017

Color Values

HEX

#6F5017

RGB

111, 80, 23

HSL

38.9, 65.7%, 26.3%

HSV

38.9, 79.3%, 43.5%

CMYK

0.0%, 27.9%, 79.3%, 56.5%

OKLCH

0.4537 0.0826 78.6

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: #6F5017;
color: #6F5017;
border-color: #6F5017;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 900 #713F12

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

7.41:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

2.84:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #6F5017?

RGB(111, 80, 23) · HSL(38.9, 65.7%, 26.3%) · CMYK(0.0%, 27.9%, 79.3%, 56.5%)

Does #6F5017 meet WCAG contrast on white?

7.41:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #6F5017?

Use FFFFFF text on a #6F5017 background; contrast on black is 2.84:1.