#514742

#514742

Color Values

HEX

#514742

RGB

81, 71, 66

HSL

20.0, 10.2%, 28.8%

HSV

20.0, 18.5%, 31.8%

CMYK

0.0%, 12.3%, 18.5%, 68.2%

OKLCH

0.4064 0.0159 48.3

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: #514742;
color: #514742;
border-color: #514742;
Nearest Tailwind: Stone 700 #44403C

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

9.01:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

2.33:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #514742?

RGB(81, 71, 66) · HSL(20.0, 10.2%, 28.8%) · CMYK(0.0%, 12.3%, 18.5%, 68.2%)

Does #514742 meet WCAG contrast on white?

9.01:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #514742?

Use FFFFFF text on a #514742 background; contrast on black is 2.33:1.