#404B5E Hex Color
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#404b5e is a muted, desaturated blue with strong grey undertones. Because it sits in a middle ground between darkness and readability, it functions best as a stable UI background or secondary container. It offers an 8.8:1 contrast ratio against white text, making it highly accessible. If you are learning how to make gray, this specific hex code shows how much blue is needed to pull grey away from pure neutrality.
Questions about #404b5e
What is #404b5e in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #404b5e is rgb(64, 75, 94), in HSL hsl(218, 19%, 31%) and in CMYK 32%, 20%, 0%, 63%.
What colors pair well with #404b5e?
What mood does #404b5e convey in design?
#404b5e feels stable and professional because the strong grey undertones neutralize the inherent energy of blue. It functions more like a structural neutral, making it an ideal choice for dashboards or reading environments where long-term focus is a priority.
Is #404b5e readable on white or black?
#404b5e has a 8.80:1 contrast ratio on white and 2.38:1 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.