Inkblot

Also known as: Indigo Iron, Indian Ink, Mountain Fig, Astrogranite Debris

Inkblot is a rich, muted blue that reads as steady and dependable. It shines in trust-driven interfaces and corporate branding. Because it leans cool, balancing it with a brown keeps a palette from feeling one-note. It's dark enough to use for text on white backgrounds (10.57:1, passes WCAG AA).

Inkblot color codes

HEX
#393F4B
RGB
rgb(57, 63, 75)
RGBA
rgba(57, 63, 75, 1)
HSL
hsl(220, 14%, 26%)
HSV
hsv(220, 24%, 29%)
CMYK
cmyk(24%, 16%, 0%, 71%)
LAB
lab(26.4 -0.3 -8.2)
OKLCH
oklch(36.7% 0.022 264.3)

Color intelligence

sRGB safe

Displays accurately on every screen and translates well to print.

Temperature

CoolWarm

neutral, leaning cool

subtle blue undertone in this near-neutral

Nearest standard colors

  • CSS: darkslategray#2F4F4F · ΔE 14.2
  • RAL 5008 — Grey blue#313C48 · ΔE 2.8 · 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 Inkblot works

  • Web & UI: Use it directly for text on light surfaces; it clears AA contrast without adjustment.
  • Interiors: Use it where you want the eye to land — front door, built-ins, or one bold wall.
  • Fashion: Works as a base layer or outerwear tone that lets brighter pieces do the talking.
  • Branding: The safest brand-primary family there is; differentiate with an unexpected accent.
  • Web & UI: Use it decoratively — dividers, chart series, illustration accents — and let neutrals carry the type.
  • Fashion: One garment in this color carries an outfit; two starts to compete.

Copy as — every ecosystem

Tints, shades, and tones of Inkblot

Tints (lighter)

Shades (darker)

Tones (muted)

Color harmonies

Palettes built from Inkblot 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 10.57:1

AA passAAA passAA large pass

Aa — on black

contrast 1.99:1

AA failAAA failAA large fail

Best text color on a Inkblot background: #ffffff

Palettes featuring Inkblot

Inkblot with its complement

Soft neighbors of Inkblot

Inkblot triad

Similar colors

Looking for maximum contrast instead? The complement of Inkblot is closest to Graphite.

Inkblot FAQs

What color is Inkblot?

Inkblot is a dark blue with the hex code #393F4B. In HSL terms it has a hue of 220°, 14% saturation, and 26% lightness.

What is the hex code for Inkblot?

The hex code for Inkblot is #393F4B. In RGB it's rgb(57, 63, 75), and in CMYK it's cmyk(24%, 16%, 0%, 71%).

What colors go well with Inkblot?

Inkblot pairs naturally with brown tones from its complementary harmony. Its own tints and shades always work as a monochrome scheme.

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