#4B6C86 Hex Color
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#4b6c86 is a bleak, matte blue with cool gray undertones and very low saturation. Its dusty, ashy finish feels controlled and dependable rather than energetic. The hex code #4b6c86 suits supporting backgrounds, finance and technology interfaces, healthcare, or government branding. Use it as a steady base with white text, which reaches about 5.5:1 contrast.
Questions about #4b6c86
What is #4b6c86 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #4b6c86 is rgb(75, 108, 134), in HSL hsl(206, 28%, 41%) and in CMYK 44%, 19%, 0%, 47%. Browse more shades of blue with names and hex codes.
What colors pair well with #4b6c86?
#4b6c86 pairs well with warm off-whites, charcoal, and restrained terracotta because those tones balance its cool, dusty blue-gray character without making the palette feel bright or busy. Use terracotta sparingly for calls to action or small accents.
Is #4b6c86 readable on white or black?
#4b6c86 has a 5.54:1 contrast ratio on white and 3.78:1 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.