#404464 Hex Color
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This muted, dusty indigo reads as a serious and grounded neutral. With its cool, inky character, #404464 functions best as a sophisticated background for dark mode interfaces or moody branding. It lacks the starkness of black, providing a softer, more stable alternative. Pair it with soft cream or muted gold to prevent it from feeling too gloomy. White text remains highly readable over this shade.
Questions about #404464
What is #404464 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #404464 is rgb(64, 68, 100), in HSL hsl(233, 22%, 32%) and in CMYK 36%, 32%, 0%, 61%.
How should I use #404464 in web design interfaces?
#404464 works exceptionally well as a dark mode background or a sophisticated UI element because it provides significant depth without the harshness of pure black. Its inky, cool undertones create a stable, professional foundation for lighter, high-contrast typography.
What colors pair well with #404464 for a balanced palette?
Is #404464 readable on white or black?
#404464 has a 9.42:1 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.