#5C4E53 Hex Color

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Quail Hollow is a dark, muted shade that sits on the border of grey and dusty pink. The hex code #5c4e53 reads as moody and understated, making it a sophisticated choice for UI backgrounds or elegant branding. Because it is quite dark, use it as a base color paired with cream or soft whites for high-contrast, readable text.

Questions about Quail Hollow

What is the hex code for Quail Hollow?
Quail Hollow is #5c4e53. In RGB that is rgb(92, 78, 83), in HSL hsl(339, 8%, 33%) and in CMYK 0%, 15%, 10%, 64%.
What colors pair well with Quail Hollow #5c4e53?
Quail Hollow #5c4e53 thrives alongside soft, warm neutrals to balance its inherent darkness. Pair it with cream or off-white for a readable, sophisticated contrast, or use a muted blush to highlight the subtle pink undertones embedded within this complex shade.
Is #5c4e53 a warm or cool color?
Quail Hollow #5c4e53 occupies a neutral space, though its dusty pink undertones give it a warmer, more organic feel than a standard industrial grey. This warmth makes it an excellent, approachable choice for modern UI backgrounds compared to stark, cold charcoals.
Is Quail Hollow readable on white or black?
Quail Hollow has a 7.86:1 contrast ratio on white and 2.66:1 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.