#4A5266 Hex Color
Online color picker to view shades, tints, color codes, and complementary colors
A dusty, slate blue that leans into dark grey, #4a5266 carries a serious and muted character. Because of its low chroma, it works best as a supporting background element rather than a dominant splash. It pairs well with crisp white text, which offers excellent readability at a 7.8:1 contrast ratio, making this hex code a reliable choice for professional UI, corporate dashboards, or understated branding projects.
Questions about #4a5266
What is #4a5266 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #4a5266 is rgb(74, 82, 102), in HSL hsl(223, 16%, 35%) and in CMYK 27%, 20%, 0%, 60%.
What colors pair well with #4a5266 for UI design?
#4a5266 pairs best with crisp, high-contrast whites and light greys to ensure text remains legible on screen. For accent colors, it works surprisingly well alongside terracotta or soft gold to add a touch of warmth.
Is #4a5266 considered a warm or cool color?
#4a5266 is firmly a cool-toned color, sitting squarely in the blue-grey spectrum. Its low chroma keeps it from feeling overly vibrant, making it an excellent choice for interfaces that require a calm, professional, and serious atmosphere.
Is #4a5266 readable on white or black?
#4a5266 has a 7.80:1 contrast ratio on white and 2.68:1 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.