#499CD3 Hex Color
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The hex code #499cd3 is a cool, moderately muted blue with a light, clear appearance and restrained saturation. It communicates reliability and control, making it useful for security, finance, healthcare, and technology interfaces. Use it as a supporting brand color or UI background, with black text for about 7.0:1 contrast and strong small-text readability.
Questions about #499cd3
What is #499cd3 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #499cd3 is rgb(73, 156, 211), in HSL hsl(204, 61%, 56%) and in CMYK 65%, 26%, 0%, 17%. Browse more shades of blue with names and hex codes.
What colors pair well with #499cd3?
#499cd3 pairs well with white, black, navy, and soft neutrals; warm accents such as terracotta can add contrast without overpowering its cool blue base. Use darker blue tones for depth and pale tints for backgrounds.
Is #499cd3 warm or cool, and where does it work best?
#499cd3 reads as a cool, moderately muted blue because its blue hue and restrained saturation create a clear, controlled feel. It suits healthcare, finance, security, and technology interfaces, especially as a supporting brand color or UI background.
Is #499cd3 readable on white or black?
#499cd3 has a 3.00:1 contrast ratio on white and 6.97:1 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.