#3D6470 Hex Color
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The #3d6470 hex code produces a dark, dusty cyan blue with low saturation and a gray-green undertone. Its subdued lightness gives layouts a serious, mysterious mood while retaining a refreshing edge. Use it as a dominant background for dark interfaces or moody branding, then add pale text and warm terracotta accents for contrast. White text reaches about 6.5:1 contrast here.
Questions about #3d6470
What is #3d6470 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #3d6470 is rgb(61, 100, 112), in HSL hsl(194, 29%, 34%) and in CMYK 46%, 11%, 0%, 56%.
What colors pair well with #3d6470?
#3d6470 pairs well with warm terracotta, muted cream, and pale blue because its gray-green undertone needs warmth or lightness to avoid looking flat, especially in restrained editorial or product palettes. Use terracotta sparingly for emphasis, while cream supports readable panels.
Is #3d6470 readable on white or black?
#3d6470 has a 6.45:1 contrast ratio on white and 3.25:1 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.