Charcoal (#555555) combined with gold (#D4AF37) is luxurious and festive. This pairing works in branding, interiors, fashion and web design. Copy the codes below, or scroll for charcoal backgrounds you can pair with gold text and accents.
| Format | Value |
|---|---|
| HEX | #555555 |
| RGB | rgb(85, 85, 85) |
| CMYK | cmyk(0%, 0%, 0%, 67%) |
| HSL | hsl(0, 0%, 33%) |
How to Use This Combination
- 60-30-10 rule: use charcoal for 60% of the design, gold for 30%, and one accent color for the final 10%.
- Web design: charcoal sections with gold typography give strong hierarchy and readability.
- Interiors: charcoal walls with gold furniture or fixtures create a luxurious and festive look.
- Fashion: a charcoal outfit with gold accessories is a reliable, stylish formula.
Charcoal Backgrounds for This Pairing
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