Kobicha
A dark earthy brown with rustic character
Kobicha is a dark, dusty brown that commands attention through its muted warmth. The hex code for this shade is #6b4423. It functions effectively as a grounding base for vintage or organic designs, though it can look muddy in large blocks. White text remains highly legible against this tone, maintaining a strong 8.5:1 contrast ratio for your layout.
About Kobicha
Dark brew left in the pot too long
What does kobicha mean?
Commonly read as the color of soil, wood, and worn leather, it often suggests groundedness and everyday craft. Its low saturation and deep value make it feel like a room after sundown, warm but settled and dim.
Where you see kobicha
- brewed black tea
- walnut wood
- worn leather boots
- tree bark
- potting soil
- coffee grounds
What it works for
Use it for leather goods, coffee branding, and interior accents where a quiet, earthy brown carries the weight.
What colors go with kobicha?
Questions about Kobicha
What is the hex code for Kobicha?
Kobicha is #6b4423. In RGB that is rgb(107, 68, 35), in HSL hsl(27, 51%, 28%) and in CMYK 0%, 36%, 67%, 58%.
Is Kobicha #6b4423 suitable for large blocks of text?
Using #6b4423 for large text blocks can often appear muddy or heavy, so it is better suited for buttons, borders, or accents. If you do use it for typography, ensure the background is light enough to maintain clear readability.
Is Kobicha readable on white or black?
Kobicha has a 8.48:1 contrast ratio on white and 2.47:1 on black. WCAG asks for 4.5:1 for body text and 3:1 for large text, so on white it works for body text and on black it is too faint for text. Try other pairs in the contrast checker.