#37464A Hex Color
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#37464a is a muted, inky cyan that leans heavily toward grey. This dark, dusty shade functions as a sophisticated background for dark mode interfaces. Because it offers high contrast with white text, it remains readable while providing a serious, atmospheric alternative to pure black. The hex code for this moody tone is #37464a.
Questions about #37464a
What is #37464a in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #37464a is rgb(55, 70, 74), in HSL hsl(193, 15%, 25%) and in CMYK 26%, 5%, 0%, 71%.
Why is #37464a a better choice than pure black for UI backgrounds?
#37464a provides a more natural, atmospheric depth that reduces eye strain compared to the harsh intensity of pure black. Because it contains subtle cyan undertones, it softens the overall interface while maintaining high contrast against white or light grey typography.
What colors pair effectively with #37464a in a design scheme?
This color anchors well with crisp, cool whites or soft, desaturated sage tones for a balanced, professional look. You can also pair #37464a with muted terracotta accents to introduce warmth without overwhelming the serious, grounded nature of the base color.
Is #37464a readable on white or black?
#37464a has a 9.82:1 contrast ratio on white and 2.13:1 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.