#4B6151 Hex Color

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A matte, desaturated green, #4b6151 feels serious and grounded. Its low chroma makes it a reliable choice for dark mode UI backgrounds or organic, eco-focused branding. Because white text maintains a strong 6.7:1 contrast ratio against it, designers can comfortably use this shade for small body copy. The hex code for this dusty, moody tone is #4b6151.

Questions about #4b6151

What is #4b6151 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #4b6151 is rgb(75, 97, 81), in HSL hsl(136, 13%, 34%) and in CMYK 23%, 0%, 16%, 62%.
What colors pair well with #4b6151 for a balanced palette?
Pair #4b6151 with warm neutrals like cream or sand to lift its desaturated, moody character. For a more sophisticated, grounded look, consider using it alongside charcoal or soft earthy tones that complement its organic, matte finish.
Is #4b6151 readable on white or black?
#4b6151 has a 6.71:1 contrast ratio on white and 3.12:1 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.