#323233 Hex Color
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Dark and nearly neutral, #323233 has a dim, ashy character with a barely cool undertone. Its low lightness brings seriousness and depth to interfaces, moody layouts, and architectural palettes. Use the hex code as a dominant background with white typography. Its roughly 12.8:1 contrast supports clear small body text and a restrained, professional look.
Questions about #323233
What is #323233 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #323233 is rgb(50, 50, 51), in HSL hsl(240, 1%, 20%) and in CMYK 2%, 2%, 0%, 80%.
What colors pair well with #323233?
#323233 pairs well with white, soft gray, muted blue, and warm natural accents such as terracotta, creating clear contrast while preserving a restrained, architectural feel in interfaces, editorial layouts, and interiors.
Is #323233 warm or cool?
#323233 reads as nearly neutral with a barely cool undertone, so it feels more ashy than blue; surrounding colors can make it appear warmer or colder in a palette or design system.
Is #323233 readable on white or black?
#323233 has a 12.80:1 contrast ratio on white and 1.63:1 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 is too faint for text. Try other pairs in the contrast checker.