#6C6657 Hex Color
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Muted and ashy, #6c6657 is a dark yellow with gray-brown undertones and a matte, grounded feel. Its low saturation suits calm, understated layouts while leaving room for brighter accents. Use it for construction, budget, or sale branding, with white text for clear body copy. The hex code is #6c6657.
Questions about #6c6657
What is #6c6657 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #6c6657 is rgb(108, 102, 87), in HSL hsl(43, 11%, 38%) and in CMYK 0%, 6%, 19%, 58%. Browse more shades of gray with names and hex codes.
What colors pair well with #6c6657?
#6c6657 pairs well with white, cream, charcoal, and muted terracotta, creating grounded palettes with gentle warmth and clear visual separation across backgrounds, borders, buttons, and decorative accents in calm, practical layouts. Use brighter accents sparingly to preserve its understated character.
Is #6c6657 readable on white or black?
#6c6657 has a 5.71:1 contrast ratio on white and 3.67:1 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.