#565757 Hex Color
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#565757 is a muted, desaturated charcoal with a flat, industrial appearance. It functions well as a stable base or background for minimalist interfaces. Because it offers strong contrast against white text, it provides high readability for body copy. The hex code for this neutral shade is #565757. Use it to ground bright color palettes or to create professional, understated layouts without feeling too stark.
Questions about #565757
What is #565757 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #565757 is rgb(86, 87, 87), in HSL hsl(180, 1%, 34%) and in CMYK 1%, 0%, 0%, 66%.
Is #565757 a warm or cool neutral?
#565757 functions as a cool-leaning neutral due to its desaturated, industrial character that lacks strong yellow or red undertones. It provides a stable, muted base that recedes visually, making it perfect for UI elements like borders, secondary text, or subtle backgrounds where you need a professional finish without distraction.
What colors pair well with #565757?
Because #565757 is so neutral, it pairs exceptionally well with high-saturation accent colors like a vibrant emerald or a deep terracotta to create balance. For a softer look, combine it with off-whites or lighter greys to maintain a minimalist, sophisticated palette that keeps the focus on readability and structure.
Is #565757 readable on white or black?
#565757 has a 7.24:1 contrast ratio on white and 2.89:1 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.