#5C5B65 Hex Color
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This muted, purplish-grey holds a dusty character that leans into gloom and serious depth. Because it is highly desaturated, #5c5b65 works best as a moody background color for dark mode interfaces. It pairs effectively with crisp white text to meet accessibility standards. Avoid using it for fine details, as it can look muddy in small sizes. The hex code for this color is #5c5b65.
Questions about #5c5b65
What is #5c5b65 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #5c5b65 is rgb(92, 91, 101), in HSL hsl(246, 5%, 38%) and in CMYK 9%, 10%, 0%, 60%. Browse more shades of gray with names and hex codes.
What colors pair best with #5c5b65?
#5c5b65 works best when contrasted with crisp, neutral tones to maintain readability. It pairs effectively with bright white or very light, cool-toned off-whites, which prevent the layout from feeling muddy while highlighting the subtle purple undertones inherent in the shade.
Is #5c5b65 suitable for text usage?
Avoid using #5c5b65 for small, fine text because the low contrast and desaturated nature can lead to legibility issues. It is best reserved for background surfaces or large, bold headers where the deep, moody quality can be appreciated without straining the viewer's eyes.
Is #5c5b65 readable on white or black?
#5c5b65 has a 6.68:1 contrast ratio on white and 3.13:1 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.