#3D4078 Hex Color
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This dusty indigo reads as a muted, serious tone that grounds professional and corporate branding. Its low saturation keeps it from feeling aggressive, making it a reliable choice for dark mode UI backgrounds or text heavy designs. Because it lacks brightness, it pairs well with soft creams or warm grays when you are mixing gray. The hex code for this cool, stable color is #3d4078.
Questions about #3d4078
What is #3d4078 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #3d4078 is rgb(61, 64, 120), in HSL hsl(237, 33%, 35%) and in CMYK 49%, 47%, 0%, 53%.
What colors pair well with #3d4078?
This muted indigo pairs beautifully with creams or warm grays to soften its serious, corporate aesthetic. Because #3d4078 lacks brightness, these lighter neutrals prevent the design from feeling too heavy while maintaining a clean, professional look for your interface.
Is #3d4078 suitable for UI design?
#3d4078 serves as an excellent choice for dark mode UI backgrounds because its low saturation reduces eye strain. It remains legible for text-heavy designs, providing a stable, non-aggressive foundation that feels far more approachable than a standard black background.
Is #3d4078 readable on white or black?
#3d4078 has a 9.53:1 contrast ratio on white and 2.20:1 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.