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#252525 · #393939 · #464646 · #898989 · #C2C2C2

A 5-color palette palette · Complete color analysis and application guide

Scene Recommendations Scene Recommendations

Emotion EMOTION

ProfoundPremiumWarm

Industry INDUSTRY

FinanceLuxury

UI Context UI CONTEXT

Dark ThemeCorporateData Visualization

Color Details Color Details

#252525

Ink Black · DarkSlateGray · Dark Stone

HEX
#252525
RGB
rgb(37, 37, 37)
HSL
hsl(0, 0%, 15%)
HSB
hsb(0, 0%, 15%)
CMYK
cmyk(0%, 0%, 0%, 85%)
Oklch
oklch(26.4% 0.000 89.9)

TraditionalInk Black」· PaintDark Stone」· Creative Midnight Shadow

#393939

Dark Cyan · DarkSlateGray · Dark Stone

HEX
#393939
RGB
rgb(57, 57, 57)
HSL
hsl(0, 0%, 22%)
HSB
hsb(0, 0%, 22%)
CMYK
cmyk(0%, 0%, 0%, 78%)
Oklch
oklch(34.5% 0.000 89.9)

TraditionalDark Cyan」· PaintDark Stone」· Creative Midnight Shadow

#464646

Dark Cyan · DarkSlateGray · Charcoal

HEX
#464646
RGB
rgb(70, 70, 70)
HSL
hsl(0, 0%, 27%)
HSB
hsb(0, 0%, 27%)
CMYK
cmyk(0%, 0%, 0%, 73%)
Oklch
oklch(39.4% 0.000 89.9)

TraditionalDark Cyan」· PaintCharcoal」· Creative Midnight Shadow

#898989

Ash · Gray · Warm Gray

HEX
#898989
RGB
rgb(137, 137, 137)
HSL
hsl(0, 0%, 54%)
HSB
hsb(0, 0%, 54%)
CMYK
cmyk(0%, 0%, 0%, 46%)
Oklch
oklch(63.0% 0.000 89.9)

TraditionalAsh」· PaintWarm Gray」· Creative Urban Concrete

#C2C2C2

Silver Gray · Silver · Pearl Gray

HEX
#C2C2C2
RGB
rgb(194, 194, 194)
HSL
hsl(0, 0%, 76%)
HSB
hsb(0, 0%, 76%)
CMYK
cmyk(0%, 0%, 0%, 24%)
Oklch
oklch(81.4% 0.000 89.9)

TraditionalSilver Gray」· PaintPearl Gray」· Creative Silver Lining

Color Harmonies Color Harmonies

Based on color wheel theory, calculated from primary color

Complementary

252525
262626

Analogous

262626
252525
262626

Triadic

252525
262626
262626

Split-Comp.

252525
262626
262626

Tetradic

252525
262626
262626
262626

Contrast Matrix WCAG 2.1 Contrast

252525
393939
464646
898989
C2C2C2
1.3
Fail
1.6
Fail
4.4
AA Large
8.6
AAA
1.3
Fail
1.2
Fail
3.3
AA Large
6.5
AA
1.6
Fail
1.2
Fail
2.7
Fail
5.3
AA
4.4
AA Large
3.3
AA Large
2.7
Fail
2.0
Fail
8.6
AAA
6.5
AA
5.3
AA
2.0
Fail
White BG
15.3AAA
11.5AAA
9.4AAA
3.5AA Large
1.8Fail
Black BG
1.4Fail
1.8Fail
2.2Fail
6.0AA
11.8AAA

Color Blindness Simulation Color Blindness Simulation

Protanopia

252525
393939
464646
898989
C2C2C2

Deuteranopia

252525
393939
464646
898989
C2C2C2

Tritanopia

252525
393939
464646
898989
C2C2C2

Achromatopsia

252525
393939
464646
898989
C2C2C2

Shades & Tints Shades & Tints

#252525

Dark
Light

#393939

Dark
Light

#464646

Dark
Light

Code Snippets Code Snippets

CSS Custom Properties

:root {
  --color-1: #252525;
  --color-2: #393939;
  --color-3: #464646;
  --color-4: #898989;
  --color-5: #c2c2c2;
}

SCSS

$color-1: #252525;
$color-2: #393939;
$color-3: #464646;
$color-4: #898989;
$color-5: #c2c2c2;

TAILWIND

colors: {
  'brand-1': '#252525',
  'brand-2': '#393939',
  'brand-3': '#464646',
  'brand-4': '#898989',
  'brand-5': '#c2c2c2',
}

RGB Array

[37, 37, 37], [57, 57, 57], [70, 70, 70], [137, 137, 137], [194, 194, 194]

FAQ FAQ

What scenarios is this 5-color palette suitable for?

This general-style palette of #252525, #393939, #464646, #898989, #C2C2C2 is ideal for: brand design, premium product pages, magazine layouts, tech websites, dark mode UIs, game UIs, infographics, data visualization, accessible design. Low-saturation colors convey a sophisticated, premium feel. High contrast ensures clear visual hierarchy and readability. It is a classic and elegant choice among 5-color palettes.

How to use this palette in CSS or frontend projects?

Copy the CSS variables directly: --color-1: #252525; --color-2: #393939; --color-3: #464646; --color-4: #898989; --color-5: #c2c2c2. LangColor editor supports one-click export to CSS, SCSS, Tailwind, JSON and more. Click the "Export" button to choose your format.

What UI/UX design tips apply to this palette?

Dark tones work well as backgrounds; pair with light text for readability. Use the brightest color for CTA buttons and interactive elements. High-contrast palettes naturally meet WCAG accessibility standards. Use the "Contrast Matrix" tool in LangColor editor to check WCAG accessibility levels for every color pair.

Which industries or brands suit this palette?

This general-style 5-color scheme is especially suited for finance, legal, luxury industries. Restrained colors convey professionalism and trust. Click "AI Analysis" in the editor for more detailed brand color suggestions.

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