#44453C Hex Color
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Reach for #44453c when a design needs a dark, dusty yellow that reads almost gray. The hex code works best as a supporting base behind white text, which scores about 9.7:1 contrast, well past AA for body copy. Its muted depth suits moody backgrounds and construction branding, though it can turn muddy next to pure white.
Questions about #44453c
What is #44453c in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #44453c is rgb(68, 69, 60), in HSL hsl(67, 7%, 25%) and in CMYK 1%, 0%, 13%, 73%.
What colors pair well with #44453c?
Soft cream and warm off-whites keep #44453c from reading flat, while a muted terracotta or rust accent adds heat against its gray cast. Avoid placing it next to stark white, which makes it look dingy instead of deep.
Is #44453c readable on white or black?
#44453c has a 9.71:1 contrast ratio on white and 2.16:1 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.