#59372E Hex Color
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Dark and heavily muted, #59372e is a warm reddish brown with dusty red undertones and a matte, grounded feel. The hex code works well as a supporting tone in autumn palettes, wine branding, formal layouts, and moody interfaces. Use white text for strong readability, with about 10.4:1 contrast, while pale peach or muted sage add lift.
Questions about #59372e
What is #59372e in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #59372e is rgb(89, 55, 46), in HSL hsl(13, 32%, 26%) and in CMYK 0%, 38%, 48%, 65%.
What colors pair well with #59372e?
Pale peach, muted sage, and warm cream pair well with #59372e, adding contrast and lift while preserving its earthy mood; terracotta or burgundy can deepen an autumn palette, though lighter accents create clearer separation.
Does #59372e read as warm or cool?
#59372e reads as a warm color because its dark brown base is driven by muted red undertones rather than blue or green, while its low saturation keeps that warmth restrained and gives layouts a dusty, grounded feel.
Is #59372e readable on white or black?
#59372e has a 10.44:1 contrast ratio on white and 2.01:1 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.