#454443 Hex Color
Grounded ashy charcoal for moody design
Dark and ashy, #454443 brings a sense of grounded professionalism to any project. This dim shade works well as a neutral background for moody interfaces or minimal typography. Its dusty quality provides stability and depth, making it a reliable choice for designers who need contrast without the harshness of pure black. You can find the hex code for this serious tone at #454443.
Questions about #454443
What is #454443 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #454443 is rgb(69, 68, 67), in HSL hsl(30, 1%, 27%) and in CMYK 0%, 1%, 3%, 73%.
What colors pair well with this ashy shade?
This color pairs beautifully with soft creams or warm off-whites to create a sophisticated, high-contrast look that feels organic. You can also pair it with muted earth tones like sage green or terracotta for a natural, balanced palette.
Is #454443 readable on white or black?
#454443 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.