Independence

HEX: #4C516D | Modern Palette

On White
7.76:1
PASS
On Black
2.71:1
FAIL

Color Specifications

HEX
#4C516D
RGB
76, 81, 109
HSL
230°, 30% ,42%
CMYK
30.28, 25.69, 0, 57.25

About Independence

Independence (#4C516D) is a color with RGB(76, 81, 109) and HSL(230.91°, 30.28%, 42.75%). It is commonly associated with Calm moods. In design, it fits Muted, Cool styles and is suitable for Text, Print. Its complementary color is #6D684C, which creates strong contrast. Its triadic palette includes #6D4C51 and #516D4C. The name comes from Independence (English).

  • HEX: #4C516D
  • RGB: 76, 81, 109
  • HSL: 230.91°, 30.28%, 42.75%
  • Mood: Calm
  • Style: Muted, Cool
  • Use case: Text, Print
  • Complementary color: #6D684C
  • Triadic colors: #6D4C51, #516D4C
  • The name comes from Independence (English).

Live Components

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Color Palettes

Independence #4C516D is used in Monochromatic, Neutral + Accent, Analogous, 3 + 1 + 1 palettes, giving designers ready-made combinations for backgrounds, surfaces, accents, and interface elements.

Monochromatic Five tones of the same hue — a reliable scale for backgrounds, surfaces, and text.
 
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Neutral + Accent Four near-neutral tones grounded by a saturated accent — clean and versatile for UI.
 
 
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Analogous Five hues drifting across a 60° arc — naturally harmonious and pleasing to the eye.
 
 
 
 
 
3 + 1 + 1 Three analogous base colors, one complementary accent, one dark anchor — bold yet balanced.
 
 
 
 
 

Color Harmonies

Independence #4C516D pairs with #6D684C as its complementary color, and #6D4C51 and #516D4C in triadic combinations. These harmony relationships help create balanced color combinations for UI, branding, and design work.

Complementary

The color directly opposite on the color wheel — creates maximum contrast and vibrance.

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Analogous

Colors adjacent on the wheel — naturally harmonious and pleasing to the eye.

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Triadic

Three colors equally spaced 120° apart — bold, balanced, and visually rich.

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Split-Complementary

Two colors flanking the complement — high contrast with less tension than full complementary.

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Tetradic (Square)

Four colors at 90° intervals — rich variety, best when one color dominates.

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Monochromatic

Shades and tints of the same hue — cohesive, elegant, and easy to work with.

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Shades & Tints

The shade and tint range for Independence #4C516D moves from dark #0A0B0F tones through the base color to lighter #F0F1F5 tones, making it useful for depth, hierarchy, and background variation.

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Color Characteristics

Mood
Calm
Style
Muted Cool
Use case
Text Print

Accessibility Simulation

Deuteranopia #50506D
Protanopia #50506D
Tritanopia #475555
Achromatopsia #525252

Frequently Asked Questions

Independence (#4C516D) is a color with RGB(76, 81, 109) and HSL(230.91°, 30.28%, 42.75%).

#4C516D pairs strongly with #6D684C as its complementary color. It can also be used with neutral tones for balanced UI and design layouts.

#4C516D is suitable for Text, Print and works well with Muted, Cool styles.

#4C516D is commonly associated with Calm.

The name Independence is linked to Independence from English, meaning The state of being independent; freedom from the control, influence, support, aid, or the like, of others..

Name, History & Etymology

Origin Word Independence
Meaning The state of being independent; freedom from the control, influence, support, aid, or the like, of others.
Language English
First Recorded Use Late Middle English

History

The word 'independence' derives from the Latin 'in-' (not) and 'dependere' (to hang from, rely on). It entered English in the late 15th century, initially referring to a state of not being dependent on another person or thing. Its political and national sense, referring to a nation's self-governance, became prominent in the 18th century, particularly with the American Declaration of Independence in 1776. The concept has since been central to movements for national liberation and individual autonomy worldwide.

First Recorded Use

15th Century

Cultural Associations

Independence is a foundational concept in many modern political philosophies and national identities. It is celebrated annually in numerous countries as 'Independence Day,' commemorating their liberation from colonial rule or foreign domination. The idea also extends to personal autonomy, financial independence, and intellectual freedom, reflecting a broader human desire for self-determination. The color #4c516d (a shade of dark blue-gray) does not have a direct, universally recognized symbolic link to the word 'independence' itself, but colors like blue, red, and white are often associated with national flags and symbols of independence in various cultures.

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Code Snippets

/* Background */
.element {
    background-color: #4C516D;
}

/* Text */
.element {
    color: #4C516D;
}

/* Border */
.element {
    border: 1px solid #4C516D;
}

/* Linear gradient to complementary */
.element {
    background: linear-gradient(
        to right,
        #4C516D,
        #8E844C
    );
}

/* Radial gradient */
.element {
    background: radial-gradient(
        circle,
        #4C516D,
        #8E844C
    );
}

// SCSS variable
$independence: #4C516D;

// With RGB channels (useful for rgba() usage)
$independence-r: 76;
$independence-g: 81;
$independence-b: 109;

// Usage
.element {
    background-color: $independence;
    color: rgba($independence-r, $independence-g, $independence-b, 0.8);
}