#427490 Hex Color
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#427490 is a dusty, desaturated blue with a cool, grounded character. It works well as a reliable base for financial or tech interfaces where clarity matters. This shade provides enough contrast for white text, making it a safe choice for small body copy. Pair it with warm neutrals like soft cream to offset its industrial feel. The hex code is #427490.
Questions about #427490
What is #427490 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #427490 is rgb(66, 116, 144), in HSL hsl(202, 37%, 41%) and in CMYK 54%, 19%, 0%, 44%.
What types of color schemes work best with #427490?
Is #427490 a good choice for text-heavy designs?
Yes, #427490 provides solid contrast against white backgrounds, making it a reliable choice for body copy in professional or financial applications. It feels more approachable than standard navy while maintaining the authority required for serious, data-driven software design interfaces.
Is #427490 readable on white or black?
#427490 has a 5.08:1 contrast ratio on white and 4.13:1 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.