#4B6572 Hex Color
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The hex code #4b6572 is a muted, dark blue-gray with a cool, ashy cast and low saturation. Its matte depth suggests seriousness, reliability, and controlled calm without feeling severe. Use it as a supporting tone in finance, technology, healthcare, or nautical palettes, especially beside warm ivory or muted coral. White text reaches about 6.2:1 contrast, meeting WCAG AA body-text requirements.
Questions about #4b6572
What is #4b6572 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #4b6572 is rgb(75, 101, 114), in HSL hsl(200, 21%, 37%) and in CMYK 34%, 11%, 0%, 55%. Browse more shades of gray with names and hex codes.
What colors pair well with #4b6572?
Warm ivory, muted coral, and soft beige pair well with #4b6572, balancing its cool blue-gray cast with gentle warmth. These combinations work well for calm interfaces, editorial layouts, and understated brand palettes.
Is #4b6572 a warm or cool color?
#4b6572 reads as a cool color because its blue-gray base and ashy, low-saturation cast lean away from yellow and red. Its muted depth keeps the effect controlled rather than icy, making it feel steady and professional.
Is #4b6572 readable on white or black?
#4b6572 has a 6.16:1 contrast ratio on white and 3.40:1 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.