#465271 Hex Color
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#465271 is a dark, muted blue with cool gray undertones and a matte, dusty finish. Its low saturation creates a serious, controlled mood suited to finance, security, government, and technology branding. Use it as a supporting tone or dark UI background; white text reaches about 7.8:1 contrast. The hex code for this color is #465271.
Questions about #465271
What is #465271 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #465271 is rgb(70, 82, 113), in HSL hsl(223, 23%, 36%) and in CMYK 38%, 27%, 0%, 56%. Browse more shades of blue with names and hex codes.
Does #465271 read as warm or cool?
#465271 reads as a cool, muted blue because its blue base is softened by gray undertones and low saturation, giving it a controlled, reserved character rather than the crisp energy of a brighter blue. It works well for calm, serious designs.
What colors pair well with #465271?
#465271 pairs well with white and soft neutral tones, while muted blue or terracotta accents add contrast without overpowering its dusty, low-saturation character, making the palette suitable for restrained interfaces, editorial layouts, and serious brand systems.
Is #465271 readable on white or black?
#465271 has a 7.76:1 contrast ratio on white and 2.70:1 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 is too faint for text. Try other pairs in the contrast checker.