#46319B Hex Color
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This deep, saturated violet carries a serious and mysterious weight. Because it is quite dark, #46319b works best as a moody background or a primary branding element rather than for small text. It provides excellent contrast against white, meeting accessibility standards for legibility. Pair this hex code with muted neon accents or soft grays to ground your design palette.
Questions about #46319b
What is #46319b in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #46319b is rgb(70, 49, 155), in HSL hsl(252, 52%, 40%) and in CMYK 55%, 68%, 0%, 39%.
What colors pair best with #46319b?
To ground this intense violet, pair it with muted charcoal or soft neutral grays to create a balanced, professional look. For a more vibrant application, use muted neon accents like soft lime or electric mint to create a striking, modern contrast.
Is #46319b readable on white or black?
#46319b has a 9.66:1 contrast ratio on white and 2.17:1 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.