#6F511E

#6F511E

Overview

#6F511E is a warm, dark color. In RGB it is 111, 81, 30, in HSL 37.8°, 57.4%, 27.6%, and in CMYK 0.0%, 27.0%, 73.0%, 56.5%. The nearest named color is RAL 8008 Olive Brown.

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Color Values

HEX

#6F511E

RGB

111, 81, 30

HSL

37.8, 57.4%, 27.6%

HSV

37.8, 73.0%, 43.5%

CMYK

0.0%, 27.0%, 73.0%, 56.5%

OKLCH

0.4566 0.078 77.6

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: #6F511E;
color: #6F511E;
border-color: #6F511E;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 900 #713F12

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

7.31:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

2.87:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #6F511E?

RGB(111, 81, 30) · HSL(37.8, 57.4%, 27.6%) · CMYK(0.0%, 27.0%, 73.0%, 56.5%)

Does #6F511E meet WCAG contrast on white?

7.31:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #6F511E?

Use FFFFFF text on a #6F511E background; contrast on black is 2.87:1.