#514841

#514841

Color Values

HEX

#514841

RGB

81, 72, 65

HSL

26.3, 11.0%, 28.6%

HSV

26.3, 19.8%, 31.8%

CMYK

0.0%, 11.1%, 19.8%, 68.2%

OKLCH

0.4084 0.0167 60.2

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: #514841;
color: #514841;
border-color: #514841;
Nearest Tailwind: Stone 700 #44403C

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

8.92:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

2.35:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #514841?

RGB(81, 72, 65) · HSL(26.3, 11.0%, 28.6%) · CMYK(0.0%, 11.1%, 19.8%, 68.2%)

Does #514841 meet WCAG contrast on white?

8.92:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #514841?

Use FFFFFF text on a #514841 background; contrast on black is 2.35:1.