#425659 Hex Color
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This muted, dusty cyan sits between grey and dark teal. It adds serious, grounded depth to moody interfaces. The hex code #425659 provides enough contrast for white text, making it a solid choice for readable UI backgrounds. Use this shade carefully in large blocks to avoid a muddy effect, or pair it with warm, off-white tones for balance.
Questions about #425659
What is #425659 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #425659 is rgb(66, 86, 89), in HSL hsl(188, 15%, 30%) and in CMYK 26%, 3%, 0%, 65%. Browse more shades of gray with names and hex codes.
Does #425659 work well with light or dark text?
#425659 serves as an excellent base for white or very light off-white text, providing enough contrast to remain readable while maintaining a soft, professional appearance. When using black text, this shade is likely too dark and will sacrifice legibility.
What colors pair well with #425659 in a design scheme?
Is #425659 readable on white or black?
#425659 has a 7.75:1 contrast ratio on white and 2.70:1 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.