#525966 Hex Color
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This dusty, muted blue sits between ink and slate. It offers a serious, professional tone suitable for tech interfaces or corporate branding. The hex code for this shade is #525966. Designers often select this color for background elements where high readability is necessary. Since white text creates 7.0:1 contrast, it excels in UI design. Avoid using it as a primary accent, as it can feel flat.
Questions about #525966
What is #525966 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #525966 is rgb(82, 89, 102), in HSL hsl(219, 11%, 36%) and in CMYK 20%, 13%, 0%, 60%.
Is #525966 suitable for large text backgrounds?
Yes, #525966 provides excellent readability when paired with white text, offering a high contrast ratio of approximately 7.0:1. This makes it a reliable choice for professional UI backgrounds, sidebars, or headers where legibility is critical for user experience.
What color schemes work best with #525966?
Is #525966 readable on white or black?
#525966 has a 7.04:1 contrast ratio on white and 2.97:1 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.