#4495C9 Hex Color
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This unsaturated, mid-tone blue carries a stable, professional character. Because it leans slightly cool and muted, #4495c9 functions well as a reliable base color for corporate branding or technical interfaces. It provides enough contrast to support small black text, making it a practical choice for readable UI design. Pair this hex code with soft grays or off-whites to maintain a clean, modern aesthetic.
Questions about #4495c9
What is #4495c9 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #4495c9 is rgb(68, 149, 201), in HSL hsl(203, 55%, 53%) and in CMYK 66%, 26%, 0%, 21%. Browse more shades of blue with names and hex codes.
Does #4495c9 work well as a primary interface color?
Yes, #4495c9 is an excellent choice for a primary UI color because its mid-tone stability provides high legibility for small text. It avoids the neon intensity of brighter blues, ensuring a professional appearance that remains readable on white or off-white backgrounds.
Which color combinations complement #4495c9?
Is #4495c9 readable on white or black?
#4495c9 has a 3.28:1 contrast ratio on white and 6.38:1 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.