#498099 Hex Color
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#498099 is a muted, ashy blue with cool gray undertones and low saturation. Its medium-dark value feels steady and controlled, supporting trust and reliability without the sharpness of brighter blues. Use the hex code for security, finance, healthcare, or technology interfaces, especially as a supporting tone. Black text reaches about 4.8:1 contrast, enough for WCAG AA body text.
Questions about #498099
What is #498099 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #498099 is rgb(73, 128, 153), in HSL hsl(199, 35%, 44%) and in CMYK 52%, 16%, 0%, 40%.
What colors pair well with #498099?
#498099 pairs well with charcoal text, warm white, and muted terracotta accents, which add contrast without making the palette feel bright. Use it as a supporting or dominant interface color, then reserve warmer accents for calls to action.
Is #498099 readable on white or black?
#498099 has a 4.34:1 contrast ratio on white and 4.83:1 on black. WCAG asks for 4.5:1 for body text and 3:1 for large text, so on white it works only for large text (24px, or 18.5px bold) and on black it works for body text. Try other pairs in the contrast checker.