#514530

#514530

Color Values

HEX

#514530

RGB

81, 69, 48

HSL

38.2, 25.6%, 25.3%

HSV

38.2, 40.7%, 31.8%

CMYK

0.0%, 14.8%, 40.7%, 68.2%

OKLCH

0.3968 0.0368 81.2

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: #514530;
color: #514530;
border-color: #514530;
Nearest Tailwind: Stone 700 #44403C

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

9.36:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

2.24:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #514530?

RGB(81, 69, 48) · HSL(38.2, 25.6%, 25.3%) · CMYK(0.0%, 14.8%, 40.7%, 68.2%)

Does #514530 meet WCAG contrast on white?

9.36:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #514530?

Use FFFFFF text on a #514530 background; contrast on black is 2.24:1.