#4C4D54 Hex Color
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#4c4d54 is a dusty, near-grey indigo that feels serious and grounded. Its low saturation makes it an excellent choice for moody UI backgrounds or dark mode interfaces. Because it offers strong contrast against white text, it remains readable while setting a somber, structured tone. Avoid using it in large, flat blocks if you want to keep the design from feeling too gloomy.
Questions about #4c4d54
What is #4c4d54 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #4c4d54 is rgb(76, 77, 84), in HSL hsl(233, 5%, 31%) and in CMYK 10%, 8%, 0%, 67%. Browse more shades of gray with names and hex codes.
Is #4c4d54 considered a warm or cool color?
#4c4d54 leans decidedly cool, carrying the subtle, desaturated undertones typical of deep indigo and slate. Because of this blue-grey base, it remains calm and composed, making it ideal for professional interfaces that require a stable, non-distracting foundation.
What colors pair well with #4c4d54 for UI design?
This shade works effectively with crisp whites or very soft off-white text to ensure strong readability. For a sophisticated accent, pair it with muted mustard or terracotta tones, which provide a gentle, warm contrast against the cool, dark surface.
Is #4c4d54 readable on white or black?
#4c4d54 has a 8.41:1 contrast ratio on white and 2.49:1 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.