#512911

#512911

Color Values

HEX

#512911

RGB

81, 41, 17

HSL

22.5, 65.3%, 19.2%

HSV

22.5, 79.0%, 31.8%

CMYK

0.0%, 49.4%, 79.0%, 68.2%

OKLCH

0.3293 0.0693 49.3

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: #512911;
color: #512911;
border-color: #512911;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 950 #422006

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

12.54:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

1.68:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #512911?

RGB(81, 41, 17) · HSL(22.5, 65.3%, 19.2%) · CMYK(0.0%, 49.4%, 79.0%, 68.2%)

Does #512911 meet WCAG contrast on white?

12.54:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #512911?

Use FFFFFF text on a #512911 background; contrast on black is 1.68:1.