#445464 Hex Color
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#445464 is a muted, dusty blue with strong grey undertones. This dark, matte shade communicates a sense of serious, reliable stability. It serves well as a neutral base for tech or security-focused UI designs where you need a professional, restrained look. Because it holds excellent contrast against white text, it works best as a primary background color rather than a small accent.
Questions about #445464
What is #445464 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #445464 is rgb(68, 84, 100), in HSL hsl(210, 19%, 33%) and in CMYK 32%, 16%, 0%, 61%.
Where does #445464 work best in UI design?
#445464 functions best as a primary background color for professional or security-focused applications. It maintains excellent readability when paired with clean, white text, offering a sense of stability without the intensity of a pure, saturated navy blue.
What colors pair well with #445464?
This shade acts as a sophisticated neutral, meaning it pairs effectively with crisp, high-contrast whites for balance or warm ochre accents for a subtle, energetic pop. Avoid overly bright neons, as they often clash with the grounded, matte nature of this grey-blue.
Is #445464 readable on white or black?
#445464 has a 7.78:1 contrast ratio on white and 2.69:1 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.