#435259 Hex Color
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This dusty, muted blue-grey reads serious and restrained. With low saturation and a dark, matte finish, #435259 functions best as a stabilizing base for modern tech interfaces or professional branding. It offers high contrast against white text, making it a functional choice for body elements. Avoid pairing it with other muddy tones, as it shines brightest when accented by crisp, saturated warm colors like ochre or terracotta.
Questions about #435259
What is #435259 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #435259 is rgb(67, 82, 89), in HSL hsl(199, 14%, 31%) and in CMYK 25%, 8%, 0%, 65%. Browse more shades of gray with names and hex codes.
What colors work well with #435259 in a design?
#435259 is a neutral, desaturated base that looks best when paired with high-contrast, vibrant warm tones. Use accents like ochre or terracotta to add energy, as these punchy, saturated colors prevent the muted grey-blue from feeling too flat or stagnant.
Is #435259 readable on white or black?
#435259 has a 8.10:1 contrast ratio on white and 2.58:1 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.