#545255 Hex Color
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#545255 is a dark, muted grey with subtle violet undertones and low saturation. Its dim, ashy character brings seriousness and mystery to interfaces, typography, and architectural palettes. Use this hex code as a supporting tone or dark-mode background, pairing it with warm white for definition. White text reads clearly on #545255, meeting WCAG AA contrast for body text.
Questions about #545255
What is #545255 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #545255 is rgb(84, 82, 85), in HSL hsl(280, 2%, 33%) and in CMYK 1%, 4%, 0%, 67%. Browse more shades of gray with names and hex codes.
What colors pair well with #545255?
#545255 pairs well with warm white for crisp definition, while muted sage, terracotta, and soft beige introduce gentle contrast without overpowering its ashy violet undertone. These combinations suit calm interfaces, editorial layouts, and architectural palettes.
Does #545255 read as warm or cool?
#545255 reads as a cool, neutral dark gray because its low saturation is balanced by a subtle violet undertone, giving interfaces and palettes a restrained, serious mood without the starkness of pure black.
Is #545255 readable on white or black?
#545255 has a 7.73:1 contrast ratio on white and 2.71:1 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.