#04687C Hex Color

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Dark and muted, #04687c functions as a stable base for professional UI designs. This cool, cyan-leaning shade carries an air of mystery and depth. It maintains a 6.4:1 contrast ratio against white, making it accessible for readable body copy. Use the hex code #04687c in moderation as a dominant background to avoid making your layout feel too heavy or overly dim.

Questions about #04687c

What is #04687c in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #04687c is rgb(4, 104, 124), in HSL hsl(190, 94%, 25%) and in CMYK 97%, 16%, 0%, 51%.
What colors pair best with the muted tone of #04687c?
Because #04687c is a dark, desaturated cyan, it pairs beautifully with warm neutrals like cream or soft beige to balance its natural coolness. If you need an accent, try using a muted coral to create a subtle, sophisticated complementary contrast.
Is #04687c readable on white or black?
#04687c has a 6.40:1 contrast ratio on white and 3.27:1 on black. WCAG asks for 4.5:1 for body text and 3:1 for large text, so on white it works for body text and on black it works only for large text (24px, or 18.5px bold). Try other pairs in the contrast checker.