#473777 Hex Color
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#473777 is a desaturated, deep violet with dusty, matte undertones. Because it sits on the cooler end of the spectrum, it creates a moody, serious atmosphere without feeling aggressive. Use this hex code as a base for dark mode interfaces or high-contrast backgrounds. It pairs well with crisp white text, which maintains excellent legibility against its muted, shady character.
Questions about #473777
What is #473777 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #473777 is rgb(71, 55, 119), in HSL hsl(255, 37%, 34%) and in CMYK 40%, 54%, 0%, 53%.
What colors pair well with #473777 for UI design?
#473777 works exceptionally well with crisp white or pale, muted greys because the high contrast ensures excellent legibility. For a more sophisticated palette, try pairing this deep violet with charcoal for depth or a soft, buttery cream to balance its cool, serious temperature.
Is #473777 a warm or cool color tone?
#473777 is definitely a cool-toned shade, as it leans heavily into the blue-violet spectrum. This creates a calm, withdrawn atmosphere that feels more professional and grounded than bright, punchy purples, making it ideal for background elements that need to remain unobtrusive.
Is #473777 readable on white or black?
#473777 has a 10.09:1 contrast ratio on white and 2.08:1 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.