#485475 Hex Color
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Muted and cool, #485475 is a dark blue with gray undertones and very low saturation. Its matte, shadowed quality suggests seriousness, reliability, and control, making it useful for finance, security, government, and technology interfaces. Use it as a supporting tone or dark UI background; white text reaches about a 7.5:1 contrast ratio. The hex code is #485475.
Questions about #485475
What is #485475 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #485475 is rgb(72, 84, 117), in HSL hsl(224, 24%, 37%) and in CMYK 38%, 28%, 0%, 54%. Browse more shades of blue with names and hex codes.
Does #485475 read as warm or cool?
#485475 reads as a cool, muted blue because its blue base is softened by gray undertones and low saturation. It feels restrained and dependable rather than bright, making it useful for serious interfaces.
What colors pair well with #485475?
#485475 pairs well with white and soft off-white for clear contrast, while pale blue-gray or muted teal can add harmony without making the palette feel loud. Warm beige can soften its cool, controlled character.
Is #485475 readable on white or black?
#485475 has a 7.49:1 contrast ratio on white and 2.80:1 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.