#565C5A Hex Color
Online color picker to view shades, tints, color codes, and complementary colors
This muted, ash-grey tone brings a grounded neutrality to UI and branding projects. Because it maintains enough contrast against white text, it works well as a stable background or a supporting secondary color. The hex code for this moody shade is #565c5a. It feels restrained and serious, making it a reliable choice when you need to avoid the starkness of pure black.
Questions about #565c5a
What is #565c5a in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #565c5a is rgb(86, 92, 90), in HSL hsl(160, 3%, 35%) and in CMYK 7%, 0%, 2%, 64%.
What colors pair well with #565c5a in a design scheme?
Is #565c5a suitable for text on light backgrounds?
Yes, this color offers enough depth to serve as a readable text option against off-white or light paper-toned backgrounds. It provides a softer, less aggressive alternative to pure black text, making it ideal for secondary reading copy or UI labels.
Is #565c5a readable on white or black?
#565c5a has a 6.83:1 contrast ratio on white and 3.07:1 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.