#455C4F Hex Color
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This muted, desaturated green carries a serious, grounding weight. The hex code #455c4f functions best as a dominant background where you need organic stability without high saturation. Because of its low lightness, white text reads with excellent clarity at a 7.2:1 contrast ratio. Use this shade carefully in dark mode interfaces, as pairing it with other dark colors can make your palette look unintentionally muddy.
Questions about #455c4f
What is #455c4f in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #455c4f is rgb(69, 92, 79), in HSL hsl(146, 14%, 32%) and in CMYK 25%, 0%, 14%, 64%.
Does #455c4f work well for UI backgrounds?
#455c4f is an excellent choice for background surfaces because its low lightness offers a natural, organic feel that does not fatigue the eye. It creates a high-contrast base for white typography, making it highly effective for clean, readable dark mode interfaces.
What colors pair well with #455c4f?
Is #455c4f readable on white or black?
#455c4f has a 7.24:1 contrast ratio on white and 2.89:1 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.