#484649 Hex Color
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For dark mode interfaces and moody brand palettes, this dark gray earns its keep. #484649 is a dim, nearly neutral gray with a faint purple undertone, so it reads a touch warmer than slate. White text hits about 9.3:1 contrast on it, well past AA for body copy. Pair it with muted mauve or dusty amber accents rather than mid-grays, which wash it out. If you want to build similar tones yourself, see what colors make gray.
Questions about #484649
What is #484649 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #484649 is rgb(72, 70, 73), in HSL hsl(280, 2%, 28%) and in CMYK 1%, 4%, 0%, 71%. Browse more shades of gray with names and hex codes.
What colors pair well with #484649?
Muted mauve and dusty amber bring out its faint purple undertone, while a soft cream or burgundy accent adds warmth. Avoid pairing it with mid-grays, which wash out its depth.
Does #484649 read warm or cool?
It leans slightly cool thanks to a subtle purple undertone, though the saturation is low enough that most viewers see it as neutral. Place it next to warm grays and the cool cast becomes visible.
Is #484649 readable on white or black?
#484649 has a 9.34:1 contrast ratio on white and 2.24:1 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.