#53695F Hex Color
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This dusty, matte teal sits in a dark, moody space with strong grey undertones. It works as a solid background or supporting element in sophisticated UI designs. The hex code #53695f offers a 5.9:1 contrast ratio, meaning small white text reads clearly against it. Pair this shade with soft creams or pale tan to avoid a muddy appearance.
Questions about #53695f
What is #53695f in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #53695f is rgb(83, 105, 95), in HSL hsl(153, 12%, 37%) and in CMYK 21%, 0%, 10%, 59%.
What colors pair well with the #53695f hex color?
To prevent a muddy appearance, pair #53695f with high-contrast neutrals like soft creams, pale tans, or crisp whites. It also works as a sophisticated base when accented by deeper tones like charcoal or muted earth tones to maintain its professional, matte finish.
Is #53695f readable on white or black?
#53695f has a 5.90:1 contrast ratio on white and 3.55:1 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.