analogous
Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#473455 — Graphite
#473455 is a dark desaturated purple sitting at 275° on the color wheel. Below you will find every format, a full tint and shade ramp, contrast ratings, and five harmony schemes built around it.
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Tints and shades of #473455
- f8f6f9
- e1d8e7
- cbbbd6
- b49ec4
- 9e81b2
- 8764a0
- 6f5184
- 563f67
- 3e2d4a
- 261c2d
- 0d0a10
Color schemes using #473455
complementary
Two opposite hues that create the strongest possible contrast and visual tension.
split complementary
A base hue paired with the two neighbours of its complement — bold but easier to balance.
triadic
Three hues spaced evenly around the wheel for a vibrant, well-balanced scheme.
tetradic
Two complementary pairs, giving you the widest range of usable accents.
monochromatic
A single hue explored across lightness and saturation for a refined, minimal look.
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#473455 FAQ
What color is #473455?
#473455 is a shade of graphite in the purple family. It has a hue of 275 degrees, 24% saturation and 27% lightness, which makes it a dark muted color.
What is the RGB value of #473455?
#473455 is rgb(71, 52, 85) in RGB, hsl(275, 24%, 27%) in HSL, and cmyk(16%, 39%, 0%, 67%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #473455?
White text on this background reaches 11.11:1, which passes WCAG AA. Black text reaches 1.89:1.
What colors go well with #473455?
Its direct complement is #425534. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #535534 and #345537 gives you contrast without the vibration.