#686467 Hex Color
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Ashy and neutral, this muted grey offers a sense of restraint for modern designs. It provides a stable backdrop for interfaces and architecture that prioritize professionalism over flashiness. Because it avoids being too dark or too light, the hex code #686467 serves as an ideal choice for clean typography or minimalist layouts that require a sophisticated, grounded aesthetic.
Questions about #686467
What is #686467 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #686467 is rgb(104, 100, 103), in HSL hsl(315, 2%, 40%) and in CMYK 0%, 4%, 1%, 59%.
Does #686467 lean warm or cool?
This color sits in a balanced, neutral territory, though it carries a slight earthy undertone that prevents it from appearing sterile. It functions more like a warm stone grey than a clinical, blue-leaning industrial shade.
What colors work best with this muted grey?
Pair this grey with crisp whites to heighten its contrast or deep charcoal tones for a monochromatic, layered look. It also provides an excellent grounding element when set against soft, muted greens or dusty terracottas.
Is #686467 readable on white or black?
#686467 has a 5.82:1 contrast ratio on white and 3.60:1 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.