#6F5853 Hex Color
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This dusty, muted brown leans toward an ashy red with significant dark, somber undertones. It acts best as a grounding neutral or a moody background element rather than a bright focal point. Because it offers high readability with white text, the hex code #6f5853 works well for UI design where a serious, understated look is required. It pairs surprisingly well with sage green or soft cream.
Questions about #6f5853
What is #6f5853 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #6f5853 is rgb(111, 88, 83), in HSL hsl(11, 14%, 38%) and in CMYK 0%, 21%, 25%, 56%. Browse more shades of gray with names and hex codes.
What colors pair well with #6f5853?
This earthy brown works beautifully with muted greens like sage or soft, creamy off-whites. These combinations balance its somber, ashy nature, creating a sophisticated palette that feels both grounded and modern for branding or editorial layouts.
Is #6f5853 readable on white or black?
#6f5853 has a 6.56:1 contrast ratio on white and 3.19:1 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 works only for large text (24px, or 18.5px bold). Try other pairs in the contrast checker.