#525A42 Hex Color
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#525a42 is a dark, muted green with olive and yellow undertones. Its low saturation gives designs a matte, grounded character, while its deep value suggests seriousness and understated calm. The hex code #525a42 suits outdoor, organic, military, and gaming palettes as a supporting tone or dark base. White text reads clearly on it, with about 7.2:1 contrast.
Questions about #525a42
What is #525a42 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #525a42 is rgb(82, 90, 66), in HSL hsl(80, 15%, 31%) and in CMYK 9%, 0%, 27%, 65%.
What colors pair well with #525a42?
For designers, #525a42 pairs well with warm clay, cream, muted brass, and terracotta because its yellow-gray undertone supports earthy accents without becoming overly rustic, bright, or warm in a restrained palette. It works especially well in outdoor and organic branding.
Is #525a42 readable on white or black?
#525a42 has a 7.24:1 contrast ratio on white and 2.89:1 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.