#3E3F56 Hex Color
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#3e3f56 is a dusty, unsaturated indigo with a serious, matte finish. This dark shade works best as a moody background or a grounding element in high-contrast designs. Because of its low chroma, it feels more restrained than a vibrant purple. Pair it with soft, warm creams for better balance. White text remains perfectly legible against this hex code, ensuring excellent accessibility for UI applications.
Questions about #3e3f56
What is #3e3f56 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #3e3f56 is rgb(62, 63, 86), in HSL hsl(237, 16%, 29%) and in CMYK 28%, 27%, 0%, 66%.
What colors pair well with #3e3f56 for a balanced interface?
Soft, warm creams are the ideal companion for #3e3f56 because they neutralize the cool, moody undertones of the indigo. You can also successfully anchor this shade by using charcoal for text or subtle accents to maintain a modern, professional look.
Is #3e3f56 readable on white or black?
#3e3f56 has a 10.24:1 contrast ratio on white and 2.05:1 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.