#525B13 Hex Color
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#525b13 is a dark olive yellow with a muted, earthy feel. Its low saturation and deep tone suit outdoor branding, military palettes, and moody backgrounds. It works best as a supporting tone under cream or soft yellow type, since white text clears the 7.3:1 contrast mark here. If you want a related shade, learning what colors make green helps when mixing tones like this one.
Questions about #525b13
What is #525b13 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #525b13 is rgb(82, 91, 19), in HSL hsl(68, 65%, 22%) and in CMYK 10%, 0%, 79%, 64%.
What colors pair well with #525b13?
#525b13 pairs well with cream, terracotta, and soft gold for a natural, grounded palette. It also holds its own next to charcoal for a moodier, more serious combination.
Is #525b13 a warm or cool color?
#525b13 reads warm. Its yellow base and muted saturation give it an earthy, mellow character rather than the sharper feel of a true green. That warmth makes it a natural fit for organic and rustic designs.
Is #525b13 readable on white or black?
#525b13 has a 7.33:1 contrast ratio on white and 2.86:1 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.