#524F47 Hex Color
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#524f47 is a dim, ashy shade that straddles the line between dark grey and muted yellow. Designers rely on this tone to ground moody branding or dark UI backgrounds. Because it is highly desaturated, white text remains very readable against it with an 8.2:1 contrast ratio. Use this hex code as a backdrop to let brighter, more saturated elements take center stage.
Questions about #524f47
What is #524f47 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #524f47 is rgb(82, 79, 71), in HSL hsl(44, 7%, 30%) and in CMYK 0%, 4%, 13%, 68%.
Why does #524f47 work well for user interfaces?
The desaturated quality of #524f47 makes it an excellent choice for dark mode interfaces because it reduces eye strain while maintaining a high contrast ratio for white text. It grounds layouts without competing with vibrant accent colors.
What color palettes complement #524f47?
Because #524f47 sits between olive and dark grey, it pairs beautifully with warm, muted tones like cream or terracotta. For a high-contrast, modern look, it also balances effectively against soft, pale sage accents.
Is #524f47 readable on white or black?
#524f47 has a 8.17:1 contrast ratio on white and 2.56:1 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.