#5E6663 Hex Color
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#5e6663 is a muted teal with a dusty, ashy cast that sits close to gray. Its medium-dark value and low saturation create a composed, clear mood suited to wellness, healthcare, technology, and hospitality palettes. Use it as a supporting tone or dark UI surface; white text reaches about 5.9:1 contrast, meeting WCAG AA for body text. The hex code is #5e6663.
Questions about #5e6663
What is #5e6663 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #5e6663 is rgb(94, 102, 99), in HSL hsl(157, 4%, 38%) and in CMYK 8%, 0%, 3%, 60%. Browse more shades of gray with names and hex codes.
Does #5e6663 read as warm or cool?
#5e6663 reads cool and restrained because its low saturation and gray balance soften the green-teal cast, appearing slightly warmer beside icy blues and more neutral beside olive, beige, or other earthy colors.
What colors pair well with #5e6663?
#5e6663 pairs well with warm off-white, burgundy, and muted terracotta, which add warmth without overpowering its restrained character; use it as a supporting tone beside pale neutrals, with richer colors reserved for buttons, trim, or small graphic accents.
Is #5e6663 readable on white or black?
#5e6663 has a 5.90:1 contrast ratio on white and 3.55:1 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.