#484E8C Hex Color
A serious and grounded dusty indigo
#484e8c is a muted, dusty indigo with cool undertones and a somber, matte finish. It reads as serious and grounded, making it an excellent base for moody UI designs or professional branding. While it can appear flat in large, empty areas, it maintains high legibility with white text. Pair this hex code with soft greys or muted creams to keep your interface clean and balanced.
Questions about #484e8c
What is #484e8c in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #484e8c is rgb(72, 78, 140), in HSL hsl(235, 32%, 42%) and in CMYK 49%, 44%, 0%, 45%.
What colors pair well with #484e8c for a professional interface?
#484e8c works best when paired with neutral, low-contrast accents that soften its intensity. Use warm, muted creams or light pearl shades to create a balanced background, while keeping text in clean white to ensure high legibility.
Does #484e8c read as a warm or cool tone?
#484e8c is decidedly cool, leaning into its indigo roots with a dusty, desaturated quality that feels somber rather than vibrant. Its matte appearance makes it an excellent choice for designs that need to feel authoritative, grounded, and quiet.
Is #484e8c readable on white or black?
#484e8c has a 7.65:1 contrast ratio on white and 2.74:1 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.