#6F5B39

#6F5B39

Color Values

HEX

#6F5B39

RGB

111, 91, 57

HSL

37.8, 32.1%, 32.9%

HSV

37.8, 48.6%, 43.5%

CMYK

0.0%, 18.0%, 48.6%, 56.5%

OKLCH

0.4826 0.0559 80.1

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: #6F5B39;
color: #6F5B39;
border-color: #6F5B39;
Nearest Tailwind: Stone 600 #57534E

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

6.5:1

AA Pass AAA Fail

Text on black

3.23:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #6F5B39?

RGB(111, 91, 57) · HSL(37.8, 32.1%, 32.9%) · CMYK(0.0%, 18.0%, 48.6%, 56.5%)

Does #6F5B39 meet WCAG contrast on white?

6.5:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Fail for normal text.

What text color is readable on #6F5B39?

Use FFFFFF text on a #6F5B39 background; contrast on black is 3.23:1.