#467F89 Hex Color
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Muted and cool, #467f89 is a dusty cyan with gray undertones and restrained saturation. Its medium-dark value feels steady and refreshing, supporting ideas of trust, freedom, and clear communication. Use it as a supporting tone in technology, aerospace, or children’s interfaces, though it can feel heavy across large areas. This hex code supports black body text at about 4.7:1 contrast.
Questions about #467f89
What is #467f89 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #467f89 is rgb(70, 127, 137), in HSL hsl(189, 32%, 41%) and in CMYK 49%, 7%, 0%, 46%.
Does #467f89 read as warm or cool?
#467f89 reads as a cool color because its cyan hue is softened by gray, low saturation, and a medium-dark value, giving it a reserved, steady feel rather than the crisp brightness of a vivid cyan.
What colors pair well with #467f89?
#467f89 pairs well with off-white, charcoal, and warm terracotta, which add contrast without making its dusty cyan feel harsh in interface panels, packaging, or communication-focused brand work, supporting clear visual hierarchy. Use it as a supporting tone beside a pale neutral.
Can black text be used on #467f89?
Black text works well on #467f89, reaching about a 4.7:1 contrast ratio, which meets the 4.5:1 WCAG AA threshold for body text and makes this medium-dark shade suitable for readable interface labels and paragraphs. Check the final text size and any translucent overlays in the completed layout.
Is #467f89 readable on white or black?
#467f89 has a 4.50:1 contrast ratio on white and 4.65:1 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 for body text. Try other pairs in the contrast checker.