#3E4A93 Hex Color
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Reach for this shade when a dark interface needs a blue that stays muted. #3e4a93 is a dusty indigo, low on brightness with gray undertones, so it reads gloomy and calm rather than electric. White text passes AA on it at about 8.1:1 contrast. Pair it with warm tones like amber or terracotta to lift the mood. Its hex code is #3e4a93.
Questions about #3e4a93
What is #3e4a93 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #3e4a93 is rgb(62, 74, 147), in HSL hsl(232, 41%, 41%) and in CMYK 58%, 50%, 0%, 42%.
What colors pair well with #3e4a93?
Warm accents like terracotta, amber, or dusty rose lift this cool indigo and keep it from feeling flat. Soft neutrals such as warm gray also work if you want a quieter palette.
Does #3e4a93 read warm or cool?
It reads cool. The strong blue base and low lightness give it a cold, night-sky feel, so warm accents usually balance it better than more blues or purples.
Is #3e4a93 readable on white or black?
#3e4a93 has a 8.05:1 contrast ratio on white and 2.60:1 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.