#4E473B Hex Color
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This dark, desaturated olive tone carries a heavy, muted presence. The hex code #4e473b works best as a background for dark mode designs rather than a large fill, where it can easily appear muddy. It offers exceptional contrast against white text, hitting a 9.2:1 ratio. Pair this shade with soft cream or muted gold to balance its dusty, inky undertones.
Questions about #4e473b
What is #4e473b in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #4e473b is rgb(78, 71, 59), in HSL hsl(38, 14%, 27%) and in CMYK 0%, 9%, 24%, 69%.
How should I use #4e473b in my UI design?
#4e473b functions best as a subtle background color rather than a primary fill, which can easily appear muddy. It offers excellent legibility for white text, achieving a 9.2:1 contrast ratio that ensures your dark mode interfaces remain accessible and easy to read.
What colors pair well with #4e473b?
To balance the dusty, inky undertones of #4e473b, pair it with cream or muted gold to add warmth. These softer neutrals brighten the composition without overpowering the heavy, desaturated quality of the olive, keeping the overall design palette harmonious and sophisticated.
Is #4e473b readable on white or black?
#4e473b has a 9.17:1 contrast ratio on white and 2.28:1 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.