#514216

#514216

Color Values

HEX

#514216

RGB

81, 66, 22

HSL

44.7, 57.3%, 20.2%

HSV

44.7, 72.8%, 31.8%

CMYK

0.0%, 18.5%, 72.8%, 68.2%

OKLCH

0.3853 0.0641 90.1

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: #514216;
color: #514216;
border-color: #514216;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 900 #713F12

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

9.81:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

2.14:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #514216?

RGB(81, 66, 22) · HSL(44.7, 57.3%, 20.2%) · CMYK(0.0%, 18.5%, 72.8%, 68.2%)

Does #514216 meet WCAG contrast on white?

9.81:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #514216?

Use FFFFFF text on a #514216 background; contrast on black is 2.14:1.