#343E4C Hex Color
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This dusty, ink-heavy blue sits firmly in the shadow. Because #343e4c is desaturated and muted, it serves as a reliable, serious base for corporate or technical interfaces. It pairs effectively with crisp white text, providing high contrast for readability. Use it for dark mode backgrounds where you need a professional, grounded look that avoids the harshness of pure black.
Questions about #343e4c
What is #343e4c in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #343e4c is rgb(52, 62, 76), in HSL hsl(215, 19%, 25%) and in CMYK 32%, 18%, 0%, 70%.
Is #343e4c suitable for UI design?
Yes, #343e4c functions as a stable alternative to pure black for interface backgrounds. It provides sufficient contrast for white text while reducing visual fatigue, making it a reliable choice for professional software dashboards or technical applications.
What colors complement #343e4c?
Is #343e4c readable on white or black?
#343e4c has a 10.82:1 contrast ratio on white and 1.93:1 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.