Black Magic
Also known as: Witching, Feminin Nightshade, Violet Intense, Midnight Affair
Expect quiet and sophisticated associations from Black Magic — a rich gray well suited to minimal interfaces and architecture. Because it leans neutral, balancing it with a green keeps a palette from feeling one-note. On white it reads clearly at 9.08:1 contrast — safe for body text under WCAG AA.
Black Magic color codes
- HEX
- #4F4554
- RGB
- rgb(79, 69, 84)
- RGBA
- rgba(79, 69, 84, 1)
- HSL
- hsl(280, 10%, 30%)
- HSV
- hsv(280, 18%, 33%)
- CMYK
- cmyk(6%, 18%, 0%, 67%)
- LAB
- lab(30.7 6.8 -7.4)
- OKLCH
- oklch(40.6% 0.028 314.5)
Color intelligence
Displays accurately on every screen and translates well to print.
Temperature
neutral, leaning cool
subtle purple undertone in this near-neutral
Nearest standard colors
- CSS: dimgray#696969 · ΔE 15.5
- RAL 7024 — Graphite grey#474A50 · ΔE 9.1 · approximate
RAL values are widely published approximations of the physical standard. For Pantone-adjacent workflows, match by eye against a physical fan deck — Pantone's values are proprietary and device-dependent, so we don't print lookups.
Where Black Magic works
- Web & UI: Dark enough for body text and icons on white backgrounds — it passes WCAG AA as-is.
- Interiors: Strong for a whole room, excellent in doses: an accent wall, cabinetry, or a statement chair.
- Fashion: A wardrobe neutral: it anchors outfits and pairs with nearly any accent color.
- Branding: Craft and heritage material — coffee, leather goods, and premium packaging live here.
- Web & UI: A supporting-cast color for UI: chart fills, tags, empty-state illustrations — not text.
- Fashion: Wears best as the statement piece — a top, scarf, or shoes — against neutral basics.
Copy as — every ecosystem
Tints, shades, and tones of Black Magic
Tints (lighter)
Shades (darker)
Color harmonies
Palettes built from Black Magic by rotating its hue in OKLCH space. Click any swatch to copy its hex code.
Complementary
Analogous
Triadic
Split-complementary
Tetradic
Monochromatic
Contrast & accessibility
Aa — on white
contrast 9.08:1
AA passAAA passAA large pass
Aa — on black
contrast 2.31:1
AA failAAA failAA large fail
Best text color on a Black Magic background: #ffffff
Palettes featuring Black Magic
Black Magic with its complement
Soft neighbors of Black Magic
Black Magic triad
Similar colors
- Gun Powder#484753 · ΔE 4.8
- Freefall#565266 · ΔE 5.3
- Fedora#625665 · ΔE 6.1
- Pinot Noir#605258 · ΔE 6.5
- Tuxedo#3F3C43 · ΔE 6.6
- Voodoo#443240 · ΔE 6.7
Looking for maximum contrast instead? The complement of Black Magic is closest to Deep Forest.
Black Magic FAQs
What color is Black Magic?
Black Magic is a dark gray with the hex code #4F4554. In HSL terms it has a hue of 280°, 10% saturation, and 30% lightness.
What is the hex code for Black Magic?
The hex code for Black Magic is #4F4554. In RGB it's rgb(79, 69, 84), and in CMYK it's cmyk(6%, 18%, 0%, 67%).
What colors go well with Black Magic?
Black Magic pairs naturally with green tones from its complementary harmony, and with yellow accents from its split-complementary palette. Its own tints and shades always work as a monochrome scheme.
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