#526996 Hex Color
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#526996 is a muted, dusty blue with cool gray undertones and a dim, matte finish. Its low saturation gives interfaces a steady, responsible feel, making it useful in finance, technology, healthcare, and government branding. Use the hex code #526996 as a supporting background or navigation tone, with white text for small body copy and clear contrast.
Questions about #526996
What is #526996 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #526996 is rgb(82, 105, 150), in HSL hsl(220, 29%, 45%) and in CMYK 45%, 30%, 0%, 41%.
What colors pair well with #526996 in a palette?
Pair #526996 with warm off-white for a softer interface, or add muted terracotta as a small accent to keep the palette from feeling cold. Charcoal text works on lighter tints, while white text suits the original shade.
Is #526996 readable on white or black?
#526996 has a 5.49:1 contrast ratio on white and 3.81:1 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 works only for large text (24px, or 18.5px bold). Try other pairs in the contrast checker.