#4A6E8E Hex Color
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The hex code #4a6e8e produces a muted, ashy blue with cool gray undertones and a matte, dusty finish. Its low saturation gives interfaces a controlled, dependable feel without demanding attention. Use it as a supporting tone in finance, technology, healthcare, or government layouts, especially with white text, which reaches about 5.4:1 contrast and meets WCAG AA for body text.
Questions about #4a6e8e
What is #4a6e8e in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #4a6e8e is rgb(74, 110, 142), in HSL hsl(208, 31%, 42%) and in CMYK 48%, 23%, 0%, 44%. Browse more shades of blue with names and hex codes.
What colors pair well with #4a6e8e in a restrained palette?
#4a6e8e pairs well with off-white, charcoal, and muted terracotta, which add warmth without overpowering its cool gray base. Use terracotta sparingly for calls to action, while off-white and charcoal support backgrounds and text.
Does #4a6e8e read as warm or cool?
#4a6e8e reads as a cool blue because its muted hue carries gray rather than yellow or red, creating a restrained, slightly bleak impression that feels steady instead of bright, vivid, or energetic.
Is #4a6e8e readable on white or black?
#4a6e8e has a 5.36:1 contrast ratio on white and 3.91:1 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.