#514540

#514540

Color Values

HEX

#514540

RGB

81, 69, 64

HSL

17.6, 11.7%, 28.4%

HSV

17.6, 21.0%, 31.8%

CMYK

0.0%, 14.8%, 21.0%, 68.2%

OKLCH

0.4011 0.0185 43.9

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: #514540;
color: #514540;
border-color: #514540;
Nearest Tailwind: Stone 700 #44403C

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

9.23:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

2.28:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #514540?

RGB(81, 69, 64) · HSL(17.6, 11.7%, 28.4%) · CMYK(0.0%, 14.8%, 21.0%, 68.2%)

Does #514540 meet WCAG contrast on white?

9.23:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #514540?

Use FFFFFF text on a #514540 background; contrast on black is 2.28:1.