#511E13

#511E13

Color Values

HEX

#511E13

RGB

81, 30, 19

HSL

10.6, 62.0%, 19.6%

HSV

10.6, 76.5%, 31.8%

CMYK

0.0%, 63.0%, 76.5%, 68.2%

OKLCH

0.3097 0.0795 33.7

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: #511E13;
color: #511E13;
border-color: #511E13;
Nearest Tailwind: Orange 950 #431407

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

13.59:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

1.54:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #511E13?

RGB(81, 30, 19) · HSL(10.6, 62.0%, 19.6%) · CMYK(0.0%, 63.0%, 76.5%, 68.2%)

Does #511E13 meet WCAG contrast on white?

13.59:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #511E13?

Use FFFFFF text on a #511E13 background; contrast on black is 1.54:1.