#497574 Hex Color
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#497574 is a dusty, muted cyan with strong ashy undertones that steer it toward a moody teal. Because it is highly unsaturated, it functions best as a stabilizing background or a supporting accent rather than a dominant color. Pair this matte shade with warm terracottas to balance the coolness. It meets WCAG AA standards, allowing for crisp white text legibility across UI elements.
Questions about #497574
What is #497574 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #497574 is rgb(73, 117, 116), in HSL hsl(179, 23%, 37%) and in CMYK 38%, 0%, 1%, 54%.
What colors pair well with #497574?
Warm, earthy tones like terracotta, burnt orange, or soft cream create the most effective contrast against #497574. Because this shade is cool and desaturated, these warmer hues prevent the design from feeling too clinical or sterile while maintaining a professional balance.
Is #497574 readable on white or black?
#497574 has a 5.14:1 contrast ratio on white and 4.08:1 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.