#053F33 Hex Color
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The hex code #053f33 is a dark, muted teal with cool green undertones and very low lightness. Its ashy, subdued character suggests seriousness, mystery, and calm without feeling vivid. Use it as a dominant background in moody branding, wellness layouts, or dark interfaces. White text reaches about 11.9:1 contrast here, supporting readable body copy.
Questions about #053f33
What is #053f33 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #053f33 is rgb(5, 63, 51), in HSL hsl(168, 85%, 13%) and in CMYK 92%, 0%, 19%, 75%.
What colors pair well with #053f33?
#053f33 pairs well with warm off-white, muted terracotta, and pale sage, which soften its dark, cool base without competing with its low saturation. Use terracotta for small accents and off-white for spacious text or panels.
Is #053f33 readable on white or black?
#053f33 has a 11.89:1 contrast ratio on white and 1.76:1 on black. WCAG asks for 4.5:1 for body text and 3:1 for large text, so on white it works for body text and on black it is too faint for text. Try other pairs in the contrast checker.