#53493E Hex Color
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#53493e is a dark, muted brown with gray and ashy undertones. Its low saturation creates a matte, gloomy mood that suggests seriousness, strength, and comfort. Use the hex code #53493e as a supporting tone for vintage, coffee, chocolate, or artisan branding, paired with cream and muted sage. White text reaches about 8.8:1 contrast, making it suitable for dark interfaces and body text.
Questions about #53493e
What is #53493e in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #53493e is rgb(83, 73, 62), in HSL hsl(31, 14%, 28%) and in CMYK 0%, 12%, 25%, 67%. Browse more shades of gray with names and hex codes.
What colors pair well with #53493e?
The hex color #53493e pairs well with cream, muted sage, and warm off-white, which lift its ashy brown base without erasing its grounded mood. Use cream for contrast, sage for a subdued natural accent, and darker neutrals for depth.
Does #53493e read as warm or cool?
The hex color #53493e reads as a muted, slightly warm brown, although its gray and ashy undertones keep it restrained rather than rich or reddish. That balance makes it useful when you want earthy comfort with a serious, matte appearance.
Is #53493e readable on white or black?
#53493e has a 8.78:1 contrast ratio on white and 2.39:1 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.