Fedora

Also known as: Olivine Basalt, Darkest Grape, Grand Grape, Preservation Plum

Part of the gray family, Fedora pairs a rich base with a neutral and understated presence — ideal for editorial layouts and neutral backgrounds. Match it with gray accents when the design calls for energy over calm. Accessibility-wise, it clears AA for text on white at 6.91:1.

Fedora color codes

HEX
#625665
RGB
rgb(98, 86, 101)
RGBA
rgba(98, 86, 101, 1)
HSL
hsl(288, 8%, 37%)
HSV
hsv(288, 15%, 40%)
CMYK
cmyk(3%, 15%, 0%, 60%)
LAB
lab(38.2 7.4 -6.8)
OKLCH
oklch(47.0% 0.028 319.5)

Color intelligence

sRGB safe

Displays accurately on every screen and translates well to print.

Temperature

CoolWarm

neutral, leaning cool

subtle purple undertone in this near-neutral

Nearest standard colors

  • CSS: dimgray#696969 · ΔE 11.9
  • RAL 4012 — Pearl blackberry#6B6880 · ΔE 8.1 · approximate

RAL values are widely published approximations of the physical standard. For Pantone-adjacent workflows, match by eye against a physical fan deck — Pantone's values are proprietary and device-dependent, so we don't print lookups.

Where Fedora works

  • Web & UI: Use it directly for text on light surfaces; it clears AA contrast without adjustment.
  • Interiors: Use it where you want the eye to land — front door, built-ins, or one bold wall.
  • Fashion: Works as a base layer or outerwear tone that lets brighter pieces do the talking.
  • Branding: As a brand anchor it reads established and tactile; pair with a single vivid accent for energy.
  • Web & UI: Use it decoratively — dividers, chart series, illustration accents — and let neutrals carry the type.
  • Fashion: One garment in this color carries an outfit; two starts to compete.

Copy as — every ecosystem

Tints, shades, and tones of Fedora

Tints (lighter)

Shades (darker)

Tones (muted)

Color harmonies

Palettes built from Fedora by rotating its hue in OKLCH space. Click any swatch to copy its hex code.

Complementary

Analogous

Triadic

Split-complementary

Tetradic

Monochromatic

Contrast & accessibility

Aa — on white

contrast 6.91:1

AA passAAA failAA large pass

Aa — on black

contrast 3.04:1

AA failAAA failAA large pass

Best text color on a Fedora background: #ffffff

Palettes featuring Fedora

Fedora with its complement

Soft neighbors of Fedora

Fedora triad

Similar colors

Looking for maximum contrast instead? The complement of Fedora is closest to Dark Forest.

Fedora FAQs

What color is Fedora?

Fedora is a dark gray with the hex code #625665. In HSL terms it has a hue of 288°, 8% saturation, and 37% lightness.

What is the hex code for Fedora?

The hex code for Fedora is #625665. In RGB it's rgb(98, 86, 101), and in CMYK it's cmyk(3%, 15%, 0%, 60%).

What colors go well with Fedora?

Fedora pairs naturally with gray tones from its complementary harmony, and with yellow accents from its split-complementary palette. Its own tints and shades always work as a monochrome scheme.

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