#604596 Hex Color
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This muted, mid-tone violet offers a somber and serious presence. Because it is somewhat unsaturated, it avoids neon harshness and works well as a grounding base for moody interface designs. White text provides excellent readability against it, maintaining strong accessibility standards. The hex code for this cool, shadowy purple is #604596. Pair it with soft cream or slate gray to balance its darker, cooler temperature.
Questions about #604596
What is #604596 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #604596 is rgb(96, 69, 150), in HSL hsl(260, 37%, 43%) and in CMYK 36%, 54%, 0%, 41%.
What color palettes work best with #604596?
Use #604596 alongside neutral tones to maintain its moody, professional character. Pairing it with cream softens the violet, while slate gray enhances its cool, shadowy undertones without sacrificing contrast or readability.
Is #604596 readable on white or black?
#604596 has a 7.52:1 contrast ratio on white and 2.78:1 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.