#51401D

#51401D

Color Values

HEX

#51401D

RGB

81, 64, 29

HSL

40.4, 47.3%, 21.6%

HSV

40.4, 64.2%, 31.8%

CMYK

0.0%, 21.0%, 64.2%, 68.2%

OKLCH

0.3814 0.0561 83.6

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: #51401D;
color: #51401D;
border-color: #51401D;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 950 #422006

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

10.0:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

2.1:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #51401D?

RGB(81, 64, 29) · HSL(40.4, 47.3%, 21.6%) · CMYK(0.0%, 21.0%, 64.2%, 68.2%)

Does #51401D meet WCAG contrast on white?

10.0:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #51401D?

Use FFFFFF text on a #51401D background; contrast on black is 2.1:1.