#384F59 Hex Color
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#384f59 is a dark, muted cyan with gray and blue undertones. Its low saturation creates a serious, misty mood for technology, aerospace, and moody branding. Use it as a dominant background with white type, which reaches about 8.6:1 contrast. The hex code #384f59 also works well for understated accents and supporting elements.
Questions about #384f59
What is #384f59 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #384f59 is rgb(56, 79, 89), in HSL hsl(198, 23%, 28%) and in CMYK 37%, 11%, 0%, 65%.
What colors pair well with #384f59?
The #384f59 hex color pairs well with white, pale blue, and warm neutrals, which soften its cool blue-gray base while preserving its calm, low-saturation mood; terracotta can add a restrained warm accent.
Is #384f59 a warm or cool color?
The #384f59 hex color reads as cool because its muted cyan base carries blue undertones, while its gray content reduces brightness and saturation, creating a misty, controlled presence instead of the crisp energy associated with brighter cyan shades.
Is #384f59 readable on white or black?
#384f59 has a 8.63:1 contrast ratio on white and 2.43:1 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.