#54494F Hex Color

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This dusty, dark magenta sits between purple and grey, creating a muted appearance that feels serious and grounded. Because it is low in chroma, #54494f works best as a moody background or a supporting neutral rather than a primary accent. It offers excellent legibility with white text, making it a functional choice for dark interfaces. Pair it with soft creams or warm golds to brighten its somber character.

Questions about #54494f

What is #54494f in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #54494f is rgb(84, 73, 79), in HSL hsl(327, 7%, 31%) and in CMYK 0%, 13%, 6%, 67%. Browse more shades of gray with names and hex codes.
What colors pair best with #54494f?
This muted, purplish-grey works effectively when paired with cream or soft, muted golds. Because of its dark, desaturated nature, it acts as a stabilizing neutral, allowing lighter, warmer tones to stand out without competing for attention.
Is #54494f suitable for text in a dark interface?
#54494f is too dark to use as a standalone text color against dark backgrounds, but it serves as an excellent foundation for dark mode interfaces. When paired with high-contrast, off-white UI elements, it creates a serious and refined aesthetic.
Is #54494f readable on white or black?
#54494f has a 8.59:1 contrast ratio on white and 2.44:1 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.