#5D7171 Hex Color
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This dusty, matte cyan sits between dark blue and grey, creating a dim and gloomy presence. Because of its low saturation, #5d7171 works best as a supporting tone or background rather than a main feature. It pairs well with crisp white text, which provides enough contrast for readable body copy. Use this hex code when you need a calm, understated look in technical or professional interface designs.
Questions about #5d7171
What is #5d7171 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #5d7171 is rgb(93, 113, 113), in HSL hsl(180, 10%, 40%) and in CMYK 18%, 0%, 0%, 56%. Browse more shades of gray with names and hex codes.
Does #5d7171 read as a warm or cool color?
#5d7171 sits firmly in the cool spectrum due to its strong cyan base and grey undertones. It creates a dim, reserved feeling that lacks the warmth of green-leaning olives or the intensity of primary blues.
What colors pair well with #5d7171 for text?
Because #5d7171 is a darker, desaturated mid-tone, it pairs effectively with crisp white or very light, warm greys for text. Avoid using dark text like charcoal or black, as the lack of contrast will make the content difficult to read.
Is #5d7171 readable on white or black?
#5d7171 has a 5.16:1 contrast ratio on white and 4.06:1 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.