#545C8C Hex Color
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#545c8c is a muted, dusty indigo with cool undertones and low saturation. This dim shade works well as a background color for moody designs or meditation apps, as it holds white text with excellent contrast. Use the hex code #545c8c as a grounded alternative to standard navy when you need a serious, understated look that pairs particularly well with warm, sandy beiges.
Questions about #545c8c
What is #545c8c in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #545c8c is rgb(84, 92, 140), in HSL hsl(231, 25%, 44%) and in CMYK 40%, 34%, 0%, 45%. Browse more shades of purple with names and hex codes.
What colors pair well with #545c8c?
Is #545c8c readable on white or black?
#545c8c has a 6.38:1 contrast ratio on white and 3.28:1 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 works only for large text (24px, or 18.5px bold). Try other pairs in the contrast checker.