#6F5020

#6F5020

Overview

#6F5020 is a warm, dark color. In RGB it is 111, 80, 32, in HSL 36.5°, 55.2%, 28.0%, and in CMYK 0.0%, 27.9%, 71.2%, 56.5%. The nearest named color is RAL 8008 Olive Brown.

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Color Values

HEX

#6F5020

RGB

111, 80, 32

HSL

36.5, 55.2%, 28.0%

HSV

36.5, 71.2%, 43.5%

CMYK

0.0%, 27.9%, 71.2%, 56.5%

OKLCH

0.4546 0.0762 75.5

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: #6F5020;
color: #6F5020;
border-color: #6F5020;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 900 #713F12

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

7.38:1

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 #6F5020?

RGB(111, 80, 32) · HSL(36.5, 55.2%, 28.0%) · CMYK(0.0%, 27.9%, 71.2%, 56.5%)

Does #6F5020 meet WCAG contrast on white?

7.38:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #6F5020?

Use FFFFFF text on a #6F5020 background; contrast on black is 2.84:1.