#495969 Hex Color
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This muted, ashy blue carries a serious, grounded weight. Because #495969 is so desaturated, it functions best as a stable backdrop for UI design rather than a primary accent. It offers excellent contrast for white text, making it a functional choice for clean, legible interface work. Pair it with soft, warm creams to keep your palette from feeling too cold or sterile.
Questions about #495969
What is #495969 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #495969 is rgb(73, 89, 105), in HSL hsl(210, 18%, 35%) and in CMYK 30%, 15%, 0%, 59%. Browse more shades of gray with names and hex codes.
How should I use #495969 in UI design?
#495969 serves as a stable, non-distracting background color that keeps interfaces feeling professional and legible. It works best when paired with high-contrast white text or soft cream tones to maintain readability without appearing too cold or sterile.
What colors pair well with the #495969 palette?
Is #495969 readable on white or black?
#495969 has a 7.20:1 contrast ratio on white and 2.91:1 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.