#514C45

#514C45

Color Values

HEX

#514C45

RGB

81, 76, 69

HSL

35.0, 8.0%, 29.4%

HSV

35.0, 14.8%, 31.8%

CMYK

0.0%, 6.2%, 14.8%, 68.2%

OKLCH

0.4191 0.0132 76.5

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: #514C45;
color: #514C45;
border-color: #514C45;
Nearest Tailwind: Stone 600 #57534E

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

8.5:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

2.47:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #514C45?

RGB(81, 76, 69) · HSL(35.0, 8.0%, 29.4%) · CMYK(0.0%, 6.2%, 14.8%, 68.2%)

Does #514C45 meet WCAG contrast on white?

8.5:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #514C45?

Use FFFFFF text on a #514C45 background; contrast on black is 2.47:1.