#31484C Hex Color
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This muted, inky cyan sits firmly in the shadow spectrum with strong grey undertones. Because it lacks saturation, #31484c works better as a structural base or supporting background than as a primary pop of color. It provides excellent contrast for white typography, which remains legible even in small sizes. Pair this matte tone with warm metallic accents to keep designs from feeling too clinical.
Questions about #31484c
What is #31484c in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #31484c is rgb(49, 72, 76), in HSL hsl(189, 22%, 25%) and in CMYK 36%, 5%, 0%, 70%.
How should I use #31484c in a design layout?
#31484c functions best as a dark, structural background rather than a vibrant pop of color. It excels at anchoring layouts, especially when you use crisp white typography or soft metallic elements to prevent the overall design from appearing too clinical or sterile.
What colors pair best with #31484c?
Is #31484c readable on white or black?
#31484c has a 9.71:1 contrast ratio on white and 2.16:1 on black. WCAG asks for 4.5:1 for body text and 3:1 for large text, so on white it works for body text and on black it is too faint for text. Try other pairs in the contrast checker.