#6F3542 Hex Color
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The hex code #6f3542 is a dark, muted reddish maroon with warm brown undertones. Its low saturation creates a serious, moody, understated feel, while its deep value adds weight and passion. Use it as a supporting tone or bold background in fashion, luxury, romance, and autumn branding. White text reads clearly on this hex code, including small body text.
Questions about #6f3542
What is #6f3542 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #6f3542 is rgb(111, 53, 66), in HSL hsl(347, 35%, 32%) and in CMYK 0%, 52%, 41%, 56%.
What colors pair well with #6f3542?
#6f3542 pairs well with cream, warm beige, muted blush, and charcoal, creating balanced palettes that soften its deep maroon base without losing its grounded character. Use pale neutrals for contrast and muted greens or golds for a richer autumn feel.
Is #6f3542 a warm or cool color?
#6f3542 reads as a warm, muted maroon because its red base is softened by brown undertones rather than blue or violet. That warmth gives it a grounded, intimate feel, making it effective for autumn, heritage, romantic, and luxury-inspired designs.
Is #6f3542 readable on white or black?
#6f3542 has a 9.27:1 contrast ratio on white and 2.26:1 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.