#374496 Hex Color
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This dark, muted indigo feels serious and grounded. With its cool temperature and substantial weight, #374496 works well as a dominant base for moody UI backgrounds or professional branding. It offers enough contrast for white text to remain legible, though it can feel overwhelming in large blocks. Pair it with soft cream or dusty rose to balance its inherent gloom and add visual interest.
Questions about #374496
What is #374496 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #374496 is rgb(55, 68, 150), in HSL hsl(232, 46%, 40%) and in CMYK 63%, 55%, 0%, 41%.
What colors pair well with #374496 for balanced design?
This deep indigo works best when offset by warm, desaturated neutrals to prevent the design from feeling too heavy. Pair #374496 with cream or dusty rose to create a sophisticated, high-contrast look that keeps the overall aesthetic inviting rather than gloomy.
Is #374496 readable on white or black?
#374496 has a 8.64:1 contrast ratio on white and 2.42:1 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.