darkslategray

#383540

MutedNeutral

UI Preview

Pro

Conversions

RGB56, 53, 64
CMYK13, 17, 0, 75
HSL256°, 9%, 23%
LAB23, 3, -6
Closest Library Match
zinc-70097% Match

Readability

11.99On WhitePASS AA
1.75On BlackFAIL

For optimal readability, use White text on this background.

Magic Gradients

subtle
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vibrant
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rich
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About #383540

The hexadecimal color code #383540 is a dark, desaturated shade of Gray (known as darkslategray). In the RGB color model, #383540 is comprised of 56 red, 53 green, and 64 blue. In the HSL color space, which is often used in digital design and color grading, it has a hue of 256 degrees, a saturation of 9%, and a lightness of 23%. This color has an approximate wavelength of 472 nm. The closest web-safe color is often utilized in web design, user interfaces (UI), and vector graphics to create desaturated Gray atmospheres. Designers searching for Gray color schemes often pair this with its complementary color or use it as an accent against neutral backgrounds. It is commonly used in digital design for backgrounds, typography, and accent elements. When paired with its complementary color in the palette below, it creates a high-contrast visual hierarchy. Engineers can implement this color using the CSS hex code #383540.

Vision Simulation

ProtanopiaRed-blind
DeuteranopiaGreen-blind
TritanopiaBlue-blind