#473A44 Hex Color
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The hex code #473a44 describes a dark, muted magenta with ashy purple undertones and a matte, smoky finish. Its low saturation creates a serious, mysterious mood, making it useful as a supporting tone in cosmetics, nightlife, romance, and moody branding. Use it behind white text for about 10.7:1 contrast, or pair it with dusty pink and cream.
Questions about #473a44
What is #473a44 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #473a44 is rgb(71, 58, 68), in HSL hsl(314, 10%, 25%) and in CMYK 0%, 18%, 4%, 72%. Browse more shades of gray with names and hex codes.
What colors pair well with #473a44?
Does #473a44 look warm or cool?
#473a44 reads as a cool-neutral shade because its purple and blue influence temper the red, while low saturation keeps the result subdued rather than icy in most lighting conditions.
Is #473a44 readable on white or black?
#473a44 has a 10.73:1 contrast ratio on white and 1.95:1 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.