#656065 Hex Color
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Reach for #656065 when a dark interface needs purple that stays subdued. This dim, gray-toned purple has low saturation, so it reads grounded instead of showy, and it works best as a dominant base in moody layouts. White text clears WCAG AA against the hex code #656065 at about 6.2:1, making it a reliable background for body copy. Pair it with muted gold or dusty rose to keep the palette from going flat.
Questions about #656065
What is #656065 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #656065 is rgb(101, 96, 101), in HSL hsl(300, 3%, 39%) and in CMYK 0%, 5%, 0%, 60%. Browse more shades of gray with names and hex codes.
What colors pair well with #656065?
Muted gold, dusty rose, and deep plum flatter #656065 without fighting its gray undertone. For sharper contrast, add a pale cream or warm amber accent in small doses.
Is #656065 readable on white or black?
#656065 has a 6.15:1 contrast ratio on white and 3.41:1 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.