#5E656A Hex Color
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#5e656a is a muted, dusty blue with ashy gray undertones and medium-dark lightness. Its restrained saturation gives it a controlled, reliable feel suited to security, finance, healthcare, and technology interfaces. Use it as a supporting tone with white text, which reaches about 5.9:1 contrast. The hex code for this blue is #5e656a.
Questions about #5e656a
What is #5e656a in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #5e656a is rgb(94, 101, 106), in HSL hsl(205, 6%, 39%) and in CMYK 11%, 5%, 0%, 58%. Browse more shades of gray with names and hex codes.
Does #5e656a work with white text?
Yes, #5e656a works well with white text, reaching about a 5.9:1 contrast ratio and meeting WCAG AA for normal-sized text when the displayed color matches the tested value and font rendering. Check the exact font size, weight, and background in the final design.
What colors pair well with #5e656a?
#5e656a pairs well with warm white, pale blue, and muted terracotta, adding contrast without overpowering its cool gray-blue base. Use warm neutrals to soften it, or a restrained terracotta accent to bring energy to layouts and dashboards.
Is #5e656a readable on white or black?
#5e656a has a 5.92:1 contrast ratio on white and 3.54:1 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.