#6F5D37

#6F5D37

Color Values

HEX

#6F5D37

RGB

111, 93, 55

HSL

40.7, 33.7%, 32.5%

HSV

40.7, 50.5%, 43.5%

CMYK

0.0%, 16.2%, 50.5%, 56.5%

OKLCH

0.4868 0.0593 84.9

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: #6F5D37;
color: #6F5D37;
border-color: #6F5D37;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 900 #713F12

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

6.37:1

AA Pass AAA Fail

Text on black

3.3:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #6F5D37?

RGB(111, 93, 55) · HSL(40.7, 33.7%, 32.5%) · CMYK(0.0%, 16.2%, 50.5%, 56.5%)

Does #6F5D37 meet WCAG contrast on white?

6.37:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Fail for normal text.

What text color is readable on #6F5D37?

Use FFFFFF text on a #6F5D37 background; contrast on black is 3.3:1.