#545463 Hex Color
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This dusty, muted indigo leans heavily toward charcoal, creating a somber yet sophisticated mood. Because it is so desaturated, the hex code #545463 works better as a neutral supporting background than a primary color. It provides excellent readability for white text in dark mode interfaces. Try pairing it with soft creams or warm metallic golds to break up its stark, serious character.
Questions about #545463
What is #545463 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #545463 is rgb(84, 84, 99), in HSL hsl(240, 8%, 36%) and in CMYK 15%, 15%, 0%, 61%. Browse more shades of gray with names and hex codes.
How do I use #545463 in interface design?
Use #545463 as a secondary background to ground your design while maintaining readability for white text. Its desaturated nature makes it an ideal alternative to harsh black or pure charcoal, creating a softer, more professional atmosphere in dark modes.
What colors pair well with #545463?
Pair #545463 with soft creams or warm metallics like brushed gold to offset its cool, somber temperature. These warm accents introduce necessary contrast, preventing the overall color palette from feeling too flat or overly clinical in its application.
Is #545463 readable on white or black?
#545463 has a 7.43:1 contrast ratio on white and 2.82:1 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.