#3E4560 Hex Color
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Dark and heavily muted, #3e4560 blends indigo with cool gray undertones for a matte, shadowed finish. The hex code #3e4560 suits moody branding, night-sky themes, meditation spaces, and structured interfaces. Use it as a dominant background with white text, which reaches about a 9.4:1 contrast ratio, or pair it with burgundy for restrained warmth.
Questions about #3e4560
What is #3e4560 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #3e4560 is rgb(62, 69, 96), in HSL hsl(228, 22%, 31%) and in CMYK 35%, 28%, 0%, 62%.
What colors pair well with #3e4560?
#3e4560 pairs well with white for crisp contrast, burgundy for restrained warmth, and soft blue-gray or pale lavender for a quieter palette, while warm off-whites or muted terracotta can soften its cool, shadowed character.
Does #3e4560 read as a warm or cool color?
#3e4560 reads as a cool color because its dark indigo base is softened by gray rather than red or yellow undertones, creating a composed, evening-inspired feel that suits focused layouts while warm neutrals prevent the design from feeling too austere.
Is #3e4560 readable on white or black?
#3e4560 has a 9.43:1 contrast ratio on white and 2.22:1 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.