analogous
Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#4E4441 — Graphite
#4E4441 is a dark desaturated gray sitting at 14° 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.
#4e4441
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Tints and shades of #4E4441
- f8f7f7
- e3dedd
- cdc6c4
- b8adaa
- a39590
- 8d7c77
- 746561
- 5b4f4c
- 413936
- 272221
- 0e0c0c
Color schemes using #4E4441
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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#4E4441 FAQ
What color is #4E4441?
#4E4441 is a shade of graphite in the gray family. It has a hue of 14 degrees, 9% saturation and 28% lightness, which makes it a dark muted color.
What is the RGB value of #4E4441?
#4E4441 is rgb(78, 68, 65) in RGB, hsl(14, 9%, 28%) in HSL, and cmyk(0%, 13%, 17%, 69%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #4E4441?
White text on this background reaches 9.43:1, which passes WCAG AA. Black text reaches 2.23:1.
What colors go well with #4E4441?
Its direct complement is #414B4E. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #414E4A and #41444E gives you contrast without the vibration.