#585C5B Hex Color
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#585c5b is a dark, stony grey that sits between industrial and organic. It feels stable and serious, acting as a perfect alternative to pure black in UI design. Because it offers a 6.8:1 contrast ratio against white, it remains accessible for small body text. Use this hex code as a background anchor to let brighter accent colors pop without losing a professional, sophisticated finish.
Questions about #585c5b
What is #585c5b in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #585c5b is rgb(88, 92, 91), in HSL hsl(165, 2%, 35%) and in CMYK 4%, 0%, 1%, 64%.
What colors pair well with #585c5b in a design?
Because #585c5b is a grounded, neutral grey, it acts as a perfect anchor for high-vibrancy accents. It balances exceptionally well against mustard or burnt orange, allowing those warmer tones to stand out without competing for visual dominance.
Is #585c5b readable on white or black?
#585c5b has a 6.78:1 contrast ratio on white and 3.09:1 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.