#596A7B Hex Color
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#596a7b is a muted, ashy blue with a dark, matte finish and a slight gray undertone. Its restrained character supports trustworthy branding for finance, technology, healthcare, and government. Use it as a supporting tone or dark interface background, pairing it with warm ivory or muted copper. White text reaches about 5.6:1 contrast. The hex code is #596a7b.
Questions about #596a7b
What is #596a7b in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #596a7b is rgb(89, 106, 123), in HSL hsl(210, 16%, 42%) and in CMYK 28%, 14%, 0%, 52%.
What colors pair well with #596a7b?
#596a7b pairs well with warm ivory for gentle contrast and muted copper for restrained warmth, while white keeps the palette crisp and readable without overpowering its cool base tone.
Does #596a7b feel warm or cool?
#596a7b reads as a cool color because its blue base is softened by a gray undertone, giving it a quiet, ashy appearance rather than the warmth associated with red, yellow, or orange.
Where can I use #596a7b?
#596a7b works well as a supporting tone, dark interface background, or secondary brand color for finance, technology, healthcare, and government projects that need a restrained, trustworthy visual mood and clear hierarchy.
Is #596a7b readable on white or black?
#596a7b has a 5.56:1 contrast ratio on white and 3.77:1 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.