#426B7F Hex Color
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#426b7f is a muted, ashy blue with cool gray undertones and medium-dark depth. Its dusty, low-saturation character suggests trust and reliability, making it useful for finance, healthcare, technology, and government branding. Use it as a supporting tone with warm ivory or muted copper. White text provides about 5.8:1 contrast and meets WCAG AA for body text. The hex code is #426b7f.
Questions about #426b7f
What is #426b7f in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #426b7f is rgb(66, 107, 127), in HSL hsl(200, 32%, 38%) and in CMYK 48%, 16%, 0%, 50%.
What colors pair well with #426b7f?
#426b7f pairs well with warm ivory for gentle contrast, muted copper for warmth, and soft gray for a restrained palette. Use the blue as a supporting tone when you want a calm, dependable visual foundation.
Is #426b7f warm or cool, and what mood does it create?
#426b7f reads as a cool color because its blue base is softened by gray undertones. Its dusty, medium-dark appearance creates a calm, reliable mood that suits interfaces and brands needing a steady, professional tone.
Is #426b7f readable on white or black?
#426b7f has a 5.76:1 contrast ratio on white and 3.64:1 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.