#596258 Hex Color
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#596258 is a dark, low-saturation green with gray and ashy undertones. Its subdued depth creates a serious, dependable mood, making it effective as a supporting tone for eco, finance, pharmacy, and organic branding. Pair it with warm ivory or muted clay for contrast. The hex code is #596258, which supports clear white body text under WCAG AA guidelines.
Questions about #596258
What is #596258 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #596258 is rgb(89, 98, 88), in HSL hsl(114, 5%, 36%) and in CMYK 9%, 0%, 10%, 62%.
What colors pair well with #596258?
#596258 pairs well with warm ivory, muted clay, and terracotta because their warmer undertones create clear contrast against its subdued green-gray base without making the palette feel harsh or overly bright.
Does #596258 read as warm or cool?
#596258 reads as a cool-leaning, muted green because its low saturation and gray, ashy undertones soften the hue while avoiding the yellow cast found in warmer olive shades and moss tones.
Is #596258 readable on white or black?
#596258 has a 6.33:1 contrast ratio on white and 3.31:1 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.