#512016

#512016

Color Values

HEX

#512016

RGB

81, 32, 22

HSL

10.2, 57.3%, 20.2%

HSV

10.2, 72.8%, 31.8%

CMYK

0.0%, 60.5%, 72.8%, 68.2%

OKLCH

0.3135 0.0762 33.1

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: #512016;
color: #512016;
border-color: #512016;
Nearest Tailwind: Orange 950 #431407

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

13.39:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

1.57:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #512016?

RGB(81, 32, 22) · HSL(10.2, 57.3%, 20.2%) · CMYK(0.0%, 60.5%, 72.8%, 68.2%)

Does #512016 meet WCAG contrast on white?

13.39:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #512016?

Use FFFFFF text on a #512016 background; contrast on black is 1.57:1.