#444546 Hex Color
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#444546 is a dark, low-saturation grey with a slight cool undertone. Its restrained, dusty appearance brings seriousness and depth to interfaces, typography, architecture, and moody layouts. Use it as a dominant background with white text, which achieves about 9.6:1 contrast. The hex code #444546 also suits minimalist product and brand designs.
Questions about #444546
What is #444546 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #444546 is rgb(68, 69, 70), in HSL hsl(210, 1%, 27%) and in CMYK 3%, 1%, 0%, 73%. Browse more shades of gray with names and hex codes.
What colors pair well with #444546?
White provides crisp contrast, while muted sage, warm terracotta, and soft blue accents can soften #444546 without overwhelming its restrained, cool character across modern interfaces, product branding, and editorial layouts. Use brighter accents sparingly for a calmer result.
Is #444546 readable on white or black?
#444546 has a 9.60:1 contrast ratio on white and 2.18:1 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.