#596C7D Hex Color
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Muted and ashy, #596c7d is a dark blue with low saturation and a matte, slightly gray cast. Its restrained character supports reliable brands in finance, healthcare, government, and technology without demanding attention. Use it as a supporting tone beside warm white or sand, especially in interfaces. White text has about 5.4:1 contrast here. The hex code is #596c7d.
Questions about #596c7d
What is #596c7d in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #596c7d is rgb(89, 108, 125), in HSL hsl(208, 17%, 42%) and in CMYK 29%, 14%, 0%, 51%.
What colors pair well with #596c7d?
#596c7d pairs well with warm white, sand, and pale beige, which soften its cool gray cast, while muted terracotta or ochre adds restrained warmth without overpowering its low-saturation character in interfaces, editorial layouts, and brand palettes.
Does #596c7d read as a warm or cool color?
#596c7d reads as a cool, muted blue-gray because its blue hue is softened by low saturation and a gray cast. That restraint makes it feel calm, dependable, and understated rather than vivid or energetic.
Is #596c7d readable on white or black?
#596c7d has a 5.43:1 contrast ratio on white and 3.86:1 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.