#446474 Hex Color
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#446474 is a dark, muted blue with gray and slight green undertones. Its low saturation gives interfaces a serious, dependable feel without overpowering nearby elements. Use it as a supporting tone in finance, technology, or government designs. White text provides about a 6.3:1 contrast ratio, meeting WCAG AA for body text. The hex code is #446474.
Questions about #446474
What is #446474 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #446474 is rgb(68, 100, 116), in HSL hsl(200, 26%, 36%) and in CMYK 41%, 14%, 0%, 55%.
What colors pair well with #446474?
#446474 pairs well with white, pale blue, warm beige, and muted orange accents, while terracotta adds restrained warmth without overpowering a calm interface or editorial layout in a palette built around soft neutrals.
Does #446474 look warm or cool?
#446474 reads as a cool, restrained blue because its blue base and gray-green undertones reduce warmth and saturation, creating a serious, dependable mood without the intensity of brighter navy or cobalt shades.
Is #446474 readable on white or black?
#446474 has a 6.32:1 contrast ratio on white and 3.32:1 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.