#497385 Hex Color
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This muted, dusty cyan functions as a sophisticated neutral with distinct cool undertones. Because it offers a 5.2:1 contrast ratio against white text, #497385 works effectively as a primary UI background or a stable base for professional designs. Avoid pairing it with other unsaturated grays, as this can make the final palette appear flat. The hex code for this color is #497385.
Questions about #497385
What is #497385 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #497385 is rgb(73, 115, 133), in HSL hsl(198, 29%, 40%) and in CMYK 45%, 14%, 0%, 48%.
What colors pair best with #497385?
Is #497385 readable on white or black?
#497385 has a 5.15:1 contrast ratio on white and 4.07:1 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.