#4A6188 Hex Color
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#4a6188 is a muted, dusty blue with significant gray undertones. This cool, unsaturated shade provides a serious and controlled backdrop for technology or corporate branding. It works best as a neutral base rather than a focal point, as it can appear flat in large areas. Because it offers strong contrast against white text, the hex code #4a6188 is a practical choice for accessible UI components.
Questions about #4a6188
What is #4a6188 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #4a6188 is rgb(74, 97, 136), in HSL hsl(218, 30%, 41%) and in CMYK 46%, 29%, 0%, 47%.
How does #4a6188 perform as a UI background?
The hex color #4a6188 functions well as a neutral background because it maintains high contrast against white text while appearing far less jarring than pure navy or standard royal blues. Its gray undertones soften the visual impact during long reading sessions.
What color palettes work best with #4a6188?
Because #4a6188 acts as a cool neutral, it pairs excellently with warm creams or soft off-whites to balance its gray influence. For stronger contrast, use it alongside burnt orange or muted gold accents to add necessary vibrancy without overwhelming the professional aesthetic.
Is #4a6188 readable on white or black?
#4a6188 has a 6.25:1 contrast ratio on white and 3.35:1 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.