#626267 Hex Color
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This dusty, mid-tone grey reads as serious and grounded, offering a stable backdrop for professional interfaces. Because #626267 has a low chroma, it avoids feeling too sterile. Use it for secondary UI elements or text blocks where white text provides the necessary 6.1:1 contrast ratio. It pairs unexpectedly well with warm, muted terracotta tones, preventing a design from feeling entirely flat or uninspired.
Questions about #626267
What is #626267 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #626267 is rgb(98, 98, 103), in HSL hsl(240, 2%, 39%) and in CMYK 5%, 5%, 0%, 60%.
What colors pair well with #626267 for a balanced palette?
#626267 works effectively with terracotta to inject warmth into a design without overwhelming the neutral base. It also acts as an excellent stabilizer when contrasted with bright white, creating a clean, professional hierarchy that avoids feeling overly clinical or sterile.
Is #626267 readable on white or black?
#626267 has a 6.06:1 contrast ratio on white and 3.46:1 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.