#6F542D

#6F542D

Overview

#6F542D is a warm, dark color. In RGB it is 111, 84, 45, in HSL 35.5°, 42.3%, 30.6%, and in CMYK 0.0%, 24.3%, 59.5%, 56.5%. The nearest named color is RAL 8008 Olive Brown.

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Color Values

HEX

#6F542D

RGB

111, 84, 45

HSL

35.5, 42.3%, 30.6%

HSV

35.5, 59.5%, 43.5%

CMYK

0.0%, 24.3%, 59.5%, 56.5%

OKLCH

0.4651 0.0657 75.1

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: #6F542D;
color: #6F542D;
border-color: #6F542D;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 900 #713F12

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

7.04:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

2.98:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #6F542D?

RGB(111, 84, 45) · HSL(35.5, 42.3%, 30.6%) · CMYK(0.0%, 24.3%, 59.5%, 56.5%)

Does #6F542D meet WCAG contrast on white?

7.04:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #6F542D?

Use FFFFFF text on a #6F542D background; contrast on black is 2.98:1.