#50494F Hex Color
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More gray than magenta, #50494f is a dim, dusty shade that reads like charcoal with a faint plum cast. The hex code shines as a dark background or supporting tone in moody layouts, though it can look muddy across large fields. Pair it with dusty rose or muted gold for warmth. White text hits about 8.7:1 contrast, clearing AA for body copy.
Questions about #50494f
What is #50494f in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #50494f is rgb(80, 73, 79), in HSL hsl(309, 5%, 30%) and in CMYK 0%, 9%, 1%, 69%.
What colors pair well with #50494f?
Dusty rose and muted gold warm it up, while pale sage or cream gives gentle contrast. Skip bright saturated hues, which tend to overpower its muted, ashy character.
Is #50494f readable on white or black?
#50494f has a 8.72:1 contrast ratio on white and 2.40:1 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.