#520622 Hex Color
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This deep, desaturated burgundy carries a moody, intimate weight. Because it is so dark, #520622 works best as a primary background color for high-contrast, atmospheric designs rather than fine text. It pairs exceptionally well with muted gold or soft cream accents to cut through the darkness. The hex code for this serious, warm-toned shade is #520622.
Questions about #520622
What is #520622 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #520622 is rgb(82, 6, 34), in HSL hsl(338, 86%, 17%) and in CMYK 0%, 93%, 59%, 68%.
What colors pair best with #520622?
Use #520622 with soft, neutral accents like warm cream or muted gold to balance its heavy, moody weight. Avoid pairing it with stark white, which can create a visual vibration that makes text difficult to read.
Is #520622 suitable for text on websites?
Using #520622 as a text color is generally not recommended because it lacks sufficient contrast against most backgrounds. It is best reserved for solid blocks of color, graphical elements, or large, bold headings rather than body text.
Is #520622 readable on white or black?
#520622 has a 14.91:1 contrast ratio on white and 1.40:1 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.