#444464 Hex Color
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Like faded denim at dusk, #444464 is a dark indigo-navy so muted it almost reads as gray. Its cool, ashy undertone suits dark mode backgrounds and moody brand palettes, and white text passes contrast at about 9.3:1. Use it as a base rather than an accent, since it can look washed out next to pure white. The hex code #444464 pairs well with dusty rose or amber.
Questions about #444464
What is #444464 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #444464 is rgb(68, 68, 100), in HSL hsl(240, 19%, 33%) and in CMYK 32%, 32%, 0%, 61%. Browse more shades of purple with names and hex codes.
What text color works best on #444464?
White text is the safest choice, reaching about 9.3:1 contrast, well above the WCAG AA requirement of 4.5:1. Dark text fails on this shade, so keep body copy and labels light.
What colors pair well with #444464?
Warm, dusty tones balance its cool ashy base, so try muted amber, dusty rose, or deep burgundy accents. For a quieter palette, layer it with slate blue and soft off-whites.
Is #444464 readable on white or black?
#444464 has a 9.30:1 contrast ratio on white and 2.25:1 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.