#4235D4 Hex Color
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Strong and saturated, #4235d4 is a dark indigo with a clear blue-violet undertone. Its high chroma brings energy and focus to calls to action, accents, and creative branding. Use the hex code #4235d4 as a small accent against charcoal or warm cream rather than a full background. White text remains highly legible, with about 7.8:1 contrast.
Questions about #4235d4
What is #4235d4 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #4235d4 is rgb(66, 53, 212), in HSL hsl(245, 65%, 52%) and in CMYK 69%, 75%, 0%, 17%. Browse more shades of purple with names and hex codes.
What colors pair well with #4235d4?
#4235d4 pairs well with charcoal and warm cream, which temper its saturated blue-violet intensity; white provides crisp contrast, while pale lavender or muted sage can create a softer supporting palette.
Where should I use #4235d4 in a design?
#4235d4 works best as a focused accent for buttons, links, icons, and creative branding rather than a full-page background; its high saturation draws attention quickly, while charcoal or warm cream surfaces keep layouts balanced and easier to scan.
Is #4235d4 readable on white or black?
#4235d4 has a 7.80:1 contrast ratio on white and 2.69:1 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.