#523A6A Hex Color
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Dark, dusty purple with a matte finish. #523a6a is a hex code that reads calm and serious thanks to its low saturation and deep lightness. It works best as a dominant base in dark mode UI or moody branding, and white text passes clearly on top at about 9.7:1 contrast. Pair it with warm gold for a touch of luxury, but skip bright accents, which make it turn muddy.
Questions about #523a6a
What is #523a6a in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #523a6a is rgb(82, 58, 106), in HSL hsl(270, 29%, 32%) and in CMYK 23%, 45%, 0%, 58%. Browse more shades of purple with names and hex codes.
What text color works best on #523a6a?
White text is the safest choice, reaching about 9.7:1 contrast, well above the WCAG AA threshold for body text. Dark text on this shade fails to meet readable levels.
What colors pair well with #523a6a?
Warm gold and muted sage flatter its cool undertone, while soft blush adds gentle contrast for editorial or confectionery palettes. Bright neons push it toward muddy.
Is #523a6a readable on white or black?
#523a6a has a 9.66:1 contrast ratio on white and 2.17:1 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.