#527569 Hex Color
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Muted and dark, #527569 is a dusty teal with ashy green undertones and a matte, low-saturation finish. Its restrained character suits healthcare, wellness, hospitality, and technology interfaces that need a steady supporting tone. Use the hex code #527569 for panels or secondary branding, pairing it with warm ivory. White text provides about 5.1:1 contrast for body copy.
Questions about #527569
What is #527569 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #527569 is rgb(82, 117, 105), in HSL hsl(159, 18%, 39%) and in CMYK 30%, 0%, 10%, 54%.
Which colors pair well with #527569?
Warm ivory pairs especially well with #527569, creating gentle contrast without making the dusty teal feel harsh; muted terracotta adds warmth while preserving its restrained, matte character in a balanced palette.
Where does #527569 work well in a design?
Use #527569 for secondary branding, interface panels, navigation areas, or calm wellness and hospitality layouts where a dark, low-saturation teal can add quiet structure and hierarchy without dominating the page.
Is #527569 readable on white or black?
#527569 has a 5.11:1 contrast ratio on white and 4.10:1 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.