#51421A

#51421A

Color Values

HEX

#51421A

RGB

81, 66, 26

HSL

43.6, 51.4%, 21.0%

HSV

43.6, 67.9%, 31.8%

CMYK

0.0%, 18.5%, 67.9%, 68.2%

OKLCH

0.3857 0.0604 88.7

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: #51421A;
color: #51421A;
border-color: #51421A;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 950 #422006

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

9.79:1

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 #51421A?

RGB(81, 66, 26) · HSL(43.6, 51.4%, 21.0%) · CMYK(0.0%, 18.5%, 67.9%, 68.2%)

Does #51421A meet WCAG contrast on white?

9.79:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #51421A?

Use FFFFFF text on a #51421A background; contrast on black is 2.14:1.