#737159 Hex Color
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#737159 is a muted, dusty olive that carries a somber, understated weight. Because it is highly desaturated, it functions best as a supporting neutral in outdoor or heritage branding rather than a primary color. It pairs surprisingly well with deep terracottas or soft creams to balance its dim, matte finish. White text remains legible against this hex code, ensuring good accessibility for interface elements.
Questions about #737159
What is #737159 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #737159 is rgb(115, 113, 89), in HSL hsl(55, 13%, 40%) and in CMYK 0%, 2%, 23%, 55%. Browse more shades of gray with names and hex codes.
What colors pair well with #737159?
The muted tones of #737159 harmonize beautifully with warm terracotta or soft cream shades. These pairings balance the somber, dusty quality of the olive with brighter, earthier contrast, making them excellent choices for heritage branding or interior design schemes.
Is #737159 a good choice for interface backgrounds?
Yes, #737159 works very well as a background for high-contrast white or light cream text. Because of its dark, desaturated nature, it provides a stable, readable surface for interface elements without the harshness of a standard black or dark grey background.
Is #737159 readable on white or black?
#737159 has a 4.95:1 contrast ratio on white and 4.23:1 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.