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Dim Gray#696969

Dim Gray color code is #696969. Use this page to get all code formats, explore shades and tints, and find colors that work with dim gray.

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Dim Gray Accessibility & WCAG Contrast

Relative luminance of Dim Gray is 0.1413. Its WCAG contrast ratio is 5.49:1 against white and 3.83:1 against black. Use the card with the higher ratio for body text.

The quick brown fox
Dim Gray on white5.49:1AA
The quick brown fox
Dim Gray on black3.83:1AA Large
The quick brown fox
White on Dim Gray5.49:1AA
The quick brown fox
Black on Dim Gray3.83:1AA Large

Dim Gray — Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hex code for Dim Gray?+
The hex code for Dim Gray is #696969. In RGB it's rgb(105, 105, 105), and in HSL it's hsl(0, 0%, 41%).
What is the RGB value of Dim Gray?+
Dim Gray in RGB is (105, 105, 105). Written in CSS: rgb(105, 105, 105).
What is the CMYK value of Dim Gray?+
Dim Gray converts to CMYK(0%, 0%, 0%, 59%) for print. Hex equivalent is #696969.
Is dim gray a warm or cool color?+
Dim Gray (#696969) is a neutral gray — its hue sits at 0° on the color wheel, placing it in the neutral part of the spectrum.
What color family does dim gray belong to?+
Dim Gray belongs to the gray family. Its HSL is 0°, 0%, 41% — a neutral tone within the broader gray group.
Is dim gray accessible for body text on a white background?+
Dim Gray on white reaches a WCAG contrast ratio of 5.49:1 — passes WCAG AA for body text on white.
What is the closest Pantone match for dim gray?+
The nearest Pantone match for Dim Gray (#696969) is 425 C Pantone 425 C, calculated by Euclidean RGB distance over the Pantone Matching System.

How to use Dim Gray in design

Practical guidance for using dim gray (#696969) across four design contexts, derived from its hue, lightness, saturation, and WCAG contrast.

Web & UI design

Use Dim Gray (#696969) as primary text or icon color on white backgrounds — at 5.5:1 contrast it passes WCAG AA for body copy. Avoid placing dim gray text on dark surfaces; the contrast drops below the AA threshold.

Branding & identity

As a brand color, Dim Gray (#696969) reads as considered and grown-up and versatile across product tiers. It fits naturally into professional services, corporate identity, B2B SaaS. Pair it with a single bold accent so it doesn't read as too quiet. Test legibility on both your logo and small UI text before locking it in — saturation that works on a 200px logo can feel overpowering at favicon scale.

Fashion & apparel

Dim Gray is a wardrobe-staple neutral. It pairs with everything, transitions across seasons, and is a safe choice for tailored pieces (suits, coats, trousers, dresses) where longevity matters more than seasonal trend. Layer it with one bolder accent (a vivid scarf, statement bag) to keep the look from reading as flat.

Interior design

Dim Gray works as either a primary wall color or a strong accent — versatile across most rooms. As a wall color it pairs with white trim and warm wood; as an accent (sofa, chair, large art) it lifts a neutral room without overwhelming it. Test a large swatch against your room's natural light at three times of day before committing — mid-tone colors shift more than light or dark colors do.