#4A86BF Hex Color
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Close to the blue of a faded work shirt, this muted mid-tone carries a cool gray undertone. The hex code #4a86bf reads steady and dependable, which suits finance, healthcare, and government work. It earns its keep as a supporting tone or UI background rather than a dominant base. Black text clears WCAG AA on it, though it can wash out next to pure white.
Questions about #4a86bf
What is #4a86bf in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #4a86bf is rgb(74, 134, 191), in HSL hsl(209, 48%, 52%) and in CMYK 61%, 30%, 0%, 25%.
What colors pair well with #4a86bf?
Warm accents like terracotta or soft cream flatter its cool gray undertone better than the usual navy pairings. For a layered look, combine it with a deeper navy in a monochromatic scheme.
Is #4a86bf readable on white or black?
#4a86bf has a 3.85:1 contrast ratio on white and 5.45:1 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.