#514B49

#514B49

Color Values

HEX

#514B49

RGB

81, 75, 73

HSL

15.0, 5.2%, 30.2%

HSV

15.0, 9.9%, 31.8%

CMYK

0.0%, 7.4%, 9.9%, 68.2%

OKLCH

0.418 0.0087 39.4

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: #514B49;
color: #514B49;
border-color: #514B49;
Nearest Tailwind: Stone 600 #57534E

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

8.56:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

2.45:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #514B49?

RGB(81, 75, 73) · HSL(15.0, 5.2%, 30.2%) · CMYK(0.0%, 7.4%, 9.9%, 68.2%)

Does #514B49 meet WCAG contrast on white?

8.56:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #514B49?

Use FFFFFF text on a #514B49 background; contrast on black is 2.45:1.