#51291F

#51291F

Color Values

HEX

#51291F

RGB

81, 41, 31

HSL

12.0, 44.6%, 22.0%

HSV

12.0, 61.7%, 31.8%

CMYK

0.0%, 49.4%, 61.7%, 68.2%

OKLCH

0.3316 0.0624 35.0

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: #51291F;
color: #51291F;
border-color: #51291F;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 950 #422006

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

12.45:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

1.69:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #51291F?

RGB(81, 41, 31) · HSL(12.0, 44.6%, 22.0%) · CMYK(0.0%, 49.4%, 61.7%, 68.2%)

Does #51291F meet WCAG contrast on white?

12.45:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #51291F?

Use FFFFFF text on a #51291F background; contrast on black is 1.69:1.