#6F562E

#6F562E

Color Values

HEX

#6F562E

RGB

111, 86, 46

HSL

36.9, 41.4%, 30.8%

HSV

36.9, 58.6%, 43.5%

CMYK

0.0%, 22.5%, 58.6%, 56.5%

OKLCH

0.4696 0.0654 77.8

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: #6F562E;
color: #6F562E;
border-color: #6F562E;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 900 #713F12

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

6.89:1

AA Pass AAA Fail

Text on black

3.05:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #6F562E?

RGB(111, 86, 46) · HSL(36.9, 41.4%, 30.8%) · CMYK(0.0%, 22.5%, 58.6%, 56.5%)

Does #6F562E meet WCAG contrast on white?

6.89:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Fail for normal text.

What text color is readable on #6F562E?

Use FFFFFF text on a #6F562E background; contrast on black is 3.05:1.