#444961 Hex Color
Serious and grounded dusty indigo
This dusty, unsaturated indigo feels serious and grounded. Because #444961 is so muted, it works well as a subtle UI background that won’t overwhelm your content. Pair it with soft cream or warm white text to maintain high legibility. As a dark neutral, the hex code #444961 brings a sense of quiet order to moody branding projects without feeling overly harsh or aggressive.
Questions about #444961
What is #444961 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #444961 is rgb(68, 73, 97), in HSL hsl(230, 18%, 32%) and in CMYK 30%, 25%, 0%, 62%.
How should I use #444961 in UI design?
#444961 works best as a primary background or a subtle section header because its low saturation minimizes visual fatigue. It pairs beautifully with cream or warm white text, ensuring your content remains readable while maintaining a serious, grounded, and modern interface.
Is #444961 considered a warm or cool color?
#444961 is primarily a cool-toned indigo, though its heavy gray component softens the temperature significantly. This balance prevents it from feeling harsh, making it a versatile dark neutral that bridges the gap between deep blue and charcoal gray in professional branding.
Is #444961 readable on white or black?
#444961 has a 8.85:1 contrast ratio on white and 2.37:1 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.