#252221 Hex Color
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Dark and muted, #252221 is a near-black gray with subtle warm brown undertones. Its low lightness creates a serious, restrained mood suited to dark interfaces, typography, architecture, and moody backgrounds. Use it as a dominant base with lighter neutrals or muted brass accents. White text remains highly readable, and the hex code is #252221.
Questions about #252221
What is #252221 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #252221 is rgb(37, 34, 33), in HSL hsl(15, 6%, 14%) and in CMYK 0%, 8%, 11%, 85%.
What colors pair well with #252221?
#252221 pairs well with warm off-whites, pale beige, muted brass, and soft gray, which lift its near-black base while preserving its restrained, architectural feel. Use lighter accents for clear separation and avoid too many deep colors, which can make the overall palette feel heavy.
Is #252221 a warm or cool color?
#252221 reads as a warm near-black because its gray base carries subtle brown undertones, giving the shade a softer, more grounded character than a blue-black while retaining a serious, restrained mood.
Is #252221 readable on white or black?
#252221 has a 15.79:1 contrast ratio on white and 1.32:1 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.