#6F4339 Hex Color
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The hex code #6f4339 is a dark, muted red-brown with warm earthy undertones and very low saturation. Its matte, smoky character suits moody backgrounds, wine branding, formal layouts, and autumn palettes. Use it as a supporting tone beside pale blue or warm cream, since large areas can feel heavy. White text reads clearly with about 8.3:1 contrast.
Questions about #6f4339
What is #6f4339 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #6f4339 is rgb(111, 67, 57), in HSL hsl(11, 32%, 33%) and in CMYK 0%, 40%, 49%, 56%. Browse more shades of brown with names and hex codes.
What colors pair well with #6f4339?
White text is the strongest practical choice for #6f4339, with approximately an 8.3:1 contrast ratio, while pale blue and warm cream provide lighter supporting accents without competing with its earthy warmth.
Does #6f4339 feel warm or cool?
#6f4339 reads as a warm, muted red-brown because its red and earthy brown base outweighs its low saturation, creating a smoky, grounded mood rather than a bright or energetic one.
Where does #6f4339 work best?
It works best as a supporting tone in wine branding, autumn palettes, formal layouts, and moody backgrounds, where its matte red-brown character adds depth without dominating the composition visually or making layouts feel too heavy.
Is #6f4339 readable on white or black?
#6f4339 has a 8.27:1 contrast ratio on white and 2.53:1 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.