Brand Colors

Apple brand color palette

TechnologyFounded 1976Last verified 2026-02-11
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Apple moved from rainbow stripes to minimalist gray to signal a premium shift...

Brand story

After the iconic rainbow logo of the 80s and 90s, Apple transitioned to a monochromatic palette during Steve Jobs' return. The move to silver, gray, and black reflected a shift toward premium hardware and industrial design. It represents a brand that is focused on simplicity, precision, and the future of personal computing.

Palette and usage

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Apple Gray

Neutral

#555555

HEX #555555rgb(85, 85, 85)hsl(0, 0%, 33%)

Balance, sophistication.

Contrast best: 7.46 (AAA)Recommended: White text
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Apple Black

Neutral

#000000

HEX #000000rgb(0, 0, 0)hsl(0, 0%, 0%)

Power, elegance.

Contrast best: 21.00 (AAA)Recommended: White text
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