#6F5225

#6F5225

Overview

#6F5225 is a warm, dark color. In RGB it is 111, 82, 37, in HSL 36.5°, 50.0%, 29.0%, and in CMYK 0.0%, 26.1%, 66.7%, 56.5%. The nearest named color is RAL 8008 Olive Brown.

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Color Values

HEX

#6F5225

RGB

111, 82, 37

HSL

36.5, 50.0%, 29.0%

HSV

36.5, 66.7%, 43.5%

CMYK

0.0%, 26.1%, 66.7%, 56.5%

OKLCH

0.4596 0.0725 76.1

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: #6F5225;
color: #6F5225;
border-color: #6F5225;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 900 #713F12

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

7.22:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

2.91:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #6F5225?

RGB(111, 82, 37) · HSL(36.5, 50.0%, 29.0%) · CMYK(0.0%, 26.1%, 66.7%, 56.5%)

Does #6F5225 meet WCAG contrast on white?

7.22:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #6F5225?

Use FFFFFF text on a #6F5225 background; contrast on black is 2.91:1.