#354149 Hex Color
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A dusty, slate blue, #354149 leans heavily into grey with a desaturated finish. Its serious character makes an excellent backdrop for tech or corporate UI designs. Because it creates strong contrast with white text at a 10.5:1 ratio, this tone performs well in dark mode. The hex code for this moody, ink-like shade is #354149.
Questions about #354149
What is #354149 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #354149 is rgb(53, 65, 73), in HSL hsl(204, 16%, 25%) and in CMYK 27%, 11%, 0%, 71%.
How does #354149 perform in UI design?
#354149 works exceptionally well in dark mode interfaces because its high contrast ratio against white text ensures strong readability while maintaining a professional, non-distracting visual hierarchy. It provides a grounded alternative to pure black backgrounds for corporate or tech products.
What colors pair well with #354149?
Pair #354149 with soft off-white or light silver to maintain a clean, readable aesthetic without harsh glare. For a sophisticated accent, add subtle pops of muted gold or a dusty rose to break up the cool, greyish blue monotony.
Is #354149 readable on white or black?
#354149 has a 10.48:1 contrast ratio on white and 2.00:1 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.