#343D4E Hex Color

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#343d4e is a dark, muted blue with gray undertones and a matte, almost slate-like finish. Its low saturation and deep value create a serious, controlled mood suited to finance, technology, government, and security interfaces. Use it as a dominant background with white text, which reaches about 10.9:1 contrast. The hex code is #343d4e.

Questions about #343d4e

What is #343d4e in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #343d4e is rgb(52, 61, 78), in HSL hsl(219, 20%, 25%) and in CMYK 33%, 22%, 0%, 69%.
What colors pair well with #343d4e?
#343d4e pairs well with white, pale blue, cool gray, and restrained accent colors such as teal or coral, which add contrast without overwhelming its slate base in most layouts. Use lighter neutrals for a calm interface and warmer accents for clearer calls to action.
Does #343d4e read as warm or cool?
#343d4e reads as a cool, dark blue because its blue base and gray undertones suppress warmth. It creates a serious, controlled mood that suits finance, technology, security, and government-oriented interfaces.
Is #343d4e readable on white or black?
#343d4e has a 10.91:1 contrast ratio on white and 1.92:1 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.