#3E469D Hex Color
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This muted indigo brings a moody, introspective feel to digital designs. Because it offers high contrast with white text at 8.2:1, it functions well as a solid, readable dark background. The hex code for this color is #3e469d. It avoids the harshness of true black, pairing well with soft creams or warm metallic gold for a sophisticated look.
Questions about #3e469d
What is #3e469d in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #3e469d is rgb(62, 70, 157), in HSL hsl(235, 43%, 43%) and in CMYK 61%, 55%, 0%, 38%. Browse more shades of purple with names and hex codes.
Does #3e469d work well for website backgrounds?
Yes, #3e469d functions exceptionally well as a background color because it offers a high contrast ratio of 8.2:1 against white text. It provides a soft, sophisticated alternative to harsh black while maintaining excellent legibility for long-form content or interface design.
What accent colors complement the deep tone of #3e469d?
This color pairs beautifully with warm metallics like gold or soft, desaturated creams to balance its cool intensity. You can also create a refined palette by incorporating neutral tones like slate or warm grays to soften the overall visual impact.
Is #3e469d readable on white or black?
#3e469d has a 8.17:1 contrast ratio on white and 2.56:1 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.