#47567F Hex Color
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This muted, dusty blue carries a serious and clinical weight. Its desaturated finish works best as a moody background or secondary UI element, where it provides a professional, stable foundation. Because it sits on the darker side, white text remains highly legible against it. The hex code for this cool, inky shade is #47567f. Pair it with soft creams or warm grays to prevent it from feeling too cold.
Questions about #47567f
What is #47567f in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #47567f is rgb(71, 86, 127), in HSL hsl(224, 28%, 39%) and in CMYK 44%, 32%, 0%, 50%.
What colors pair well with #47567f in a design?
Pair #47567f with soft creams or warm grays to soften its clinical edge and create a balanced, approachable interface. Incorporating a touch of terracotta or warm beige can also introduce needed warmth to this cool-leaning blue.
Is #47567f suitable for text backgrounds?
Yes, #47567f is an excellent choice for backgrounds because its darker, desaturated nature ensures that white text remains highly legible. It provides a grounded, professional feel that reduces eye strain compared to brighter, more saturated blue tones.
Is #47567f readable on white or black?
#47567f has a 7.22:1 contrast ratio on white and 2.90:1 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.