#5D7E64 Hex Color
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Muted and matte, #5d7e64 is a dusty green with gray, slightly cool undertones and low saturation. Its restrained character supports calm, reliable layouts without demanding visual attention. Use the hex code #5d7e64 for supporting panels, sustainability branding, pharmacy interfaces, or gardening themes. Black text reaches about a 4.6:1 contrast ratio, enough for WCAG AA body text. Still, the shade can feel heavy as a full-page background.
Questions about #5d7e64
What is #5d7e64 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #5d7e64 is rgb(93, 126, 100), in HSL hsl(133, 15%, 43%) and in CMYK 26%, 0%, 21%, 51%.
Which colors pair well with #5d7e64?
#5d7e64 works best with warm off-white, charcoal, muted terracotta, and pale wood tones, adding contrast and warmth without overpowering its low-saturation, gray-green character in restrained brand palettes and interface layouts. Use terracotta sparingly for emphasis, since brighter partners can make the dusty green look muddy.
Does #5d7e64 read as warm or cool?
#5d7e64 reads as a slightly cool, gray-green because its low saturation softens the hue and its blue component sits modestly above its red component in most digital palettes and printed applications. Against warm beige or terracotta, it appears cooler; beside blue-gray, it looks more neutral.
Is #5d7e64 suitable for text and UI backgrounds?
Black text on #5d7e64 provides about a 4.6:1 contrast ratio, meeting the WCAG AA 4.5:1 threshold for normal body text in typical sRGB testing against this exact background color. White text has less margin, so verify it separately before using it for small labels or dense interface copy.
Is #5d7e64 readable on white or black?
#5d7e64 has a 4.53:1 contrast ratio on white and 4.63:1 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 for body text. Try other pairs in the contrast checker.