#6F5525

#6F5525

Overview

#6F5525 is a warm, dark color. In RGB it is 111, 85, 37, in HSL 38.9°, 50.0%, 29.0%, and in CMYK 0.0%, 23.4%, 66.7%, 56.5%. The nearest named color is RAL 8008 Olive Brown.

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Color Values

HEX

#6F5525

RGB

111, 85, 37

HSL

38.9, 50.0%, 29.0%

HSV

38.9, 66.7%, 43.5%

CMYK

0.0%, 23.4%, 66.7%, 56.5%

OKLCH

0.4662 0.0734 80.6

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: #6F5525;
color: #6F5525;
border-color: #6F5525;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 900 #713F12

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

7.0:1

AA Pass AAA Fail

Text on black

3.0:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #6F5525?

RGB(111, 85, 37) · HSL(38.9, 50.0%, 29.0%) · CMYK(0.0%, 23.4%, 66.7%, 56.5%)

Does #6F5525 meet WCAG contrast on white?

7.0:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Fail for normal text.

What text color is readable on #6F5525?

Use FFFFFF text on a #6F5525 background; contrast on black is 3.0:1.