#464E61 Hex Color
Sophisticated, grounded slate for professional design
This muted, ashy slate offers a somber and professional aesthetic. Because #464e61 sits between blue and grey, it provides a stable, low-key backdrop for finance or tech branding. White text maintains high readability here, making it a reliable choice for dark mode UI. Avoid using it as a primary accent color, as its heavy, matte quality works best as a grounding base for lighter, more vivid elements.
Questions about #464e61
What is #464e61 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #464e61 is rgb(70, 78, 97), in HSL hsl(222, 16%, 33%) and in CMYK 28%, 20%, 0%, 62%.
What colors pair best with the muted tone of #464e61?
Pair #464e61 with crisp, bright whites for maximum readability, or introduce soft creams and muted sage to balance its coolness. Since this shade is inherently stable and serious, it also contrasts well against vibrant, warm accents that need a neutral grounding element.
Is #464e61 readable on white or black?
#464e61 has a 8.32:1 contrast ratio on white and 2.52:1 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.