#047580 Hex Color
Grounded and stable unsaturated cyan blue
This unsaturated cyan feels cool and grounded, avoiding the typical artificial brightness of similar blues. Because it sits at a 5.4:1 contrast ratio against white, the hex code #047580 works well for legible body text. Designers often use this shade as a balanced base color for tech or aerospace branding, as it pairs effectively with light gray or soft cream to soften its clinical edge.
Questions about #047580
What is #047580 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #047580 is rgb(4, 117, 128), in HSL hsl(185, 94%, 26%) and in CMYK 97%, 9%, 0%, 50%.
What colors pair well with #047580?
#047580 pairs effectively with light gray or soft cream to soften its clinical edge and create a balanced look. For higher contrast, it also works alongside warm neutrals like terracotta to ground the otherwise cool temperature.
Is #047580 readable on white or black?
#047580 has a 5.43:1 contrast ratio on white and 3.86:1 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.