#53595F Hex Color
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#53595f is a dark, muted blue-gray with ashy undertones and low saturation, giving layouts a serious, slightly gloomy edge. Use it as a supporting tone in finance, technology, security, or government branding, especially with burgundy or warm ivory. The hex code #53595f also suits dark UI backgrounds, with white text providing about 7.1:1 contrast for accessible body copy.
Questions about #53595f
What is #53595f in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #53595f is rgb(83, 89, 95), in HSL hsl(210, 7%, 35%) and in CMYK 13%, 6%, 0%, 63%.
What colors pair well with #53595f?
#53595f pairs well with warm ivory, burgundy, and restrained blue tones, balancing its cool, ashy base with warmth or subtle depth while preserving a serious, polished mood for interfaces, editorial layouts, and professional brand palettes.
Is #53595f readable on white or black?
#53595f has a 7.08:1 contrast ratio on white and 2.96:1 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.