#614C65 Hex Color
A grounded and moody ashy purple
This muted, ashy purple feels grounded and somewhat melancholic. Because it is highly desaturated, #614c65 works best as a moody background or a subtle supporting element rather than a bright accent. It pairs effectively with crisp white text, as the high contrast provides excellent readability for UI interfaces. The hex code for this serious, dusty shade is #614c65.
Questions about #614c65
What is #614c65 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #614c65 is rgb(97, 76, 101), in HSL hsl(290, 14%, 35%) and in CMYK 4%, 25%, 0%, 60%.
What colors pair well with #614c65 for UI design?
Does #614c65 lean more warm or cool in appearance?
This shade leans toward a cool, somber aesthetic because of its high desaturation and ashy, gray-leaning undertones. Its lack of vibrant red or blue energy makes it feel more neutral and grounded than a standard royal purple.
Is #614c65 readable on white or black?
#614c65 has a 7.69:1 contrast ratio on white and 2.72:1 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.