#3D7485 Hex Color
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The hex code #3d7485 describes a cool, ashy cyan with low saturation and a medium-dark value. Its dusty blue-green character supports feelings of trust, freedom, and clear thinking without becoming bright or playful. Use it as a supporting tone in technology, aerospace, or communication branding. White text reaches about a 5.2:1 contrast ratio for readable UI text.
Questions about #3d7485
What is #3d7485 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #3d7485 is rgb(61, 116, 133), in HSL hsl(194, 37%, 38%) and in CMYK 54%, 13%, 0%, 48%.
What colors pair well with #3d7485?
The #3d7485 hex color pairs well with white, charcoal, warm sand, and muted orange accents, balancing its cool blue-green base with light neutrals or gentle warmth. Analogous blue-greens keep the palette quiet, while a complementary accent adds contrast.
Is #3d7485 warm or cool?
#3d7485 reads as a cool color because its cyan-blue base outweighs its muted gray quality. Its low saturation softens the chill, giving interfaces and branding a calm, grounded feel rather than a bright, playful one.
Is #3d7485 readable on white or black?
#3d7485 has a 5.20:1 contrast ratio on white and 4.03:1 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.