#6F5733

#6F5733

Color Values

HEX

#6F5733

RGB

111, 87, 51

HSL

36.0, 37.0%, 31.8%

HSV

36.0, 54.1%, 43.5%

CMYK

0.0%, 21.6%, 54.1%, 56.5%

OKLCH

0.4727 0.0606 76.6

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: #6F5733;
color: #6F5733;
border-color: #6F5733;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 900 #713F12

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

6.8:1

AA Pass AAA Fail

Text on black

3.09:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #6F5733?

RGB(111, 87, 51) · HSL(36.0, 37.0%, 31.8%) · CMYK(0.0%, 21.6%, 54.1%, 56.5%)

Does #6F5733 meet WCAG contrast on white?

6.8:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Fail for normal text.

What text color is readable on #6F5733?

Use FFFFFF text on a #6F5733 background; contrast on black is 3.09:1.