#6A6B69 Hex Color
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This dusty, mid-tone grey acts as a stable anchor for minimal interface designs. With a 5.4:1 contrast ratio against white text, it ensures readability for body copy while maintaining a professional aesthetic. Pair this shade with terracotta or mustard yellow to prevent the palette from feeling too flat. The hex code for this neutral is #6a6b69.
Questions about #6a6b69
What is #6a6b69 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #6a6b69 is rgb(106, 107, 105), in HSL hsl(90, 1%, 42%) and in CMYK 1%, 0%, 2%, 58%. Browse more shades of gray with names and hex codes.
What colors pair well with #6a6b69?
#6a6b69 acts as a sophisticated neutral that balances warmth and structure when paired with earthy tones. Try combining it with terracotta to add depth or mustard yellow for a lively, modern contrast that keeps designs feeling grounded.
Is #6a6b69 readable on white or black?
#6a6b69 has a 5.35:1 contrast ratio on white and 3.91:1 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.