#514939

#514939

Color Values

HEX

#514939

RGB

81, 73, 57

HSL

40.0, 17.4%, 27.1%

HSV

40.0, 29.6%, 31.8%

CMYK

0.0%, 9.9%, 29.6%, 68.2%

OKLCH

0.4086 0.0276 84.5

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: #514939;
color: #514939;
border-color: #514939;
Nearest Tailwind: Stone 600 #57534E

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

8.89:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

2.36:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #514939?

RGB(81, 73, 57) · HSL(40.0, 17.4%, 27.1%) · CMYK(0.0%, 9.9%, 29.6%, 68.2%)

Does #514939 meet WCAG contrast on white?

8.89:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #514939?

Use FFFFFF text on a #514939 background; contrast on black is 2.36:1.