#434C71 Hex Color
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Reach for #434c71 when a layout needs a dark indigo that won’t fight its content. This shade reads ashy and cool, closer to a night sky than a vivid purple, so it works best as a background or supporting tone rather than an accent. White text clears WCAG contrast on it at about 8.4:1, keeping body copy readable. Pair it with dusty rose or warm ochre to keep it from going flat.
Questions about #434c71
What is #434c71 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #434c71 is rgb(67, 76, 113), in HSL hsl(228, 26%, 35%) and in CMYK 41%, 33%, 0%, 56%.
What colors pair well with #434c71?
Muted warm tones suit #434c71 best, since its cool gray undertones can flatten against bright colors. Try dusty rose, warm ochre, or terracotta for accents. Soft creams also work when you need a light neutral.
Is #434c71 readable on white or black?
#434c71 has a 8.36:1 contrast ratio on white and 2.51:1 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.