#476691 Hex Color
A calm blue with quiet authority
Muted and slightly ashy, #476691 is a medium-dark blue with a matte finish and cool gray undertones. Its restrained saturation gives interfaces a dependable, controlled feel, fitting finance, healthcare, government, and technology branding. Use the hex code #476691 as a supporting tone or UI background; white text reaches about 5.9:1 contrast for readable body copy.
Questions about #476691
What is #476691 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #476691 is rgb(71, 102, 145), in HSL hsl(215, 34%, 42%) and in CMYK 51%, 30%, 0%, 43%.
What colors pair well with #476691 in a UI palette?
#476691 pairs well with white, pale blue, soft gray, and warm neutral accents while charcoal can provide a deeper supporting tone without competing with its cool, muted character in a balanced interface.
Does #476691 read as warm or cool?
#476691 reads as a cool color because its blue base is softened by gray, giving it a muted, slightly ashy appearance rather than a bright, energetic, or warm visual look. It suits interfaces that need a calm, dependable visual tone.
Is #476691 readable on white or black?
#476691 has a 5.87:1 contrast ratio on white and 3.57:1 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.