#592D35 Hex Color
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This muted, dusty maroon carries a serious and somber weight. Because of its extremely low saturation and dark value, #592d35 functions best as a supporting tone or accent rather than a primary background. It pairs exceptionally well with muted gold or soft cream, providing a moody, traditional aesthetic. White text remains perfectly legible against this hex code, ensuring accessibility for body copy or headlines.
Questions about #592d35
What is #592d35 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #592d35 is rgb(89, 45, 53), in HSL hsl(349, 33%, 26%) and in CMYK 0%, 49%, 40%, 65%.
When should I use #592d35 in a design?
Use #592d35 as a sophisticated accent color rather than a primary background because of its deep, dark value. It works exceptionally well in traditional or formal layouts where you need to create a sense of gravity without using harsh black.
Which colors pair best with #592d35?
Because #592d35 is a muted, dusty maroon, it benefits from lighter, contrasting tones to maintain readability. Combine it with soft cream or muted gold to highlight its traditional aesthetic, or use white text to ensure accessibility for headlines and body copy.
Is #592d35 readable on white or black?
#592d35 has a 11.34:1 contrast ratio on white and 1.85:1 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.