#595950 Hex Color
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#595950 is an ashy, desaturated olive that leans heavily into grey. This murky tone lacks saturation, making it feel grounded and serious rather than energetic. It works best as a moody background or a subtle neutral for industrial design themes. Because of its 7.1:1 contrast ratio with white, the hex code #595950 remains highly readable for body text, even at small sizes.
Questions about #595950
What is #595950 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #595950 is rgb(89, 89, 80), in HSL hsl(60, 5%, 33%) and in CMYK 0%, 0%, 10%, 65%.
How does #595950 perform as a background color for text?
#595950 creates a sophisticated, professional backdrop that maintains excellent accessibility. With a high 7.1:1 contrast ratio against white text, it ensures your content remains readable and clear, functioning as a superior alternative to standard black or dark grey backgrounds.
What colors pair well with #595950 in a design scheme?
Is #595950 readable on white or black?
#595950 has a 7.07:1 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.