#407EAA Hex Color
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#407eaa is a muted, medium blue with cool gray undertones and moderate saturation. Its steady tone suggests trust and reliability, making it a strong supporting color for finance, healthcare, security, and technology interfaces. Pair the hex code #407eaa with warm gray, while black text provides about 4.8:1 contrast for readable body copy.
Questions about #407eaa
What is #407eaa in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #407eaa is rgb(64, 126, 170), in HSL hsl(205, 45%, 46%) and in CMYK 62%, 26%, 0%, 33%.
What colors pair well with #407eaa?
#407eaa pairs well with warm gray, cream, or muted orange accents because their warmth balances its cool gray undertones without overpowering its steady blue base in interfaces and brand systems.
What mood does #407eaa create in design?
#407eaa reads as a cool, dependable blue because its moderate saturation is softened by gray undertones, making it suitable for finance, healthcare, security, and technology interfaces that need a calm, trustworthy visual tone.
Is #407eaa readable on white or black?
#407eaa has a 4.39:1 contrast ratio on white and 4.78:1 on black. WCAG asks for 4.5:1 for body text and 3:1 for large text, so on white it works only for large text (24px, or 18.5px bold) and on black it works for body text. Try other pairs in the contrast checker.