#514A3C

#514A3C

Overview

#514A3C is a warm, dark color. In RGB it is 81, 74, 60, in HSL 40.0°, 14.9%, 27.6%, and in CMYK 0.0%, 8.6%, 25.9%, 68.2%. The nearest named color is RAL 6014 Yellow Olive.

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Color Values

HEX

#514A3C

RGB

81, 74, 60

HSL

40.0, 14.9%, 27.6%

HSV

40.0, 25.9%, 31.8%

CMYK

0.0%, 8.6%, 25.9%, 68.2%

OKLCH

0.4117 0.0243 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: #514A3C;
color: #514A3C;
border-color: #514A3C;
Nearest Tailwind: Stone 600 #57534E

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

8.77:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

2.39:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #514A3C?

RGB(81, 74, 60) · HSL(40.0, 14.9%, 27.6%) · CMYK(0.0%, 8.6%, 25.9%, 68.2%)

Does #514A3C meet WCAG contrast on white?

8.77:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #514A3C?

Use FFFFFF text on a #514A3C background; contrast on black is 2.39:1.