#4B7997 Hex Color
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The hex code #4b7997 is a muted, ashy blue with cool gray undertones and low saturation. Its medium-dark value gives interfaces a steady, controlled feel suited to security, finance, healthcare, and technology. Use it as a supporting tone with warm ivory or muted copper, rather than a full-page background. White text reaches about 4.7:1 contrast, meeting WCAG AA for body text.
Questions about #4b7997
What is #4b7997 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #4b7997 is rgb(75, 121, 151), in HSL hsl(204, 34%, 44%) and in CMYK 50%, 20%, 0%, 41%. Browse more shades of blue with names and hex codes.
What colors pair well with #4b7997?
#4b7997 pairs well with warm ivory and muted copper because their warmth offsets its cool gray undertone without making the palette feel harsh. Use the blue as a supporting color, then reserve copper for small accents or calls to action.
Is #4b7997 readable on white or black?
#4b7997 has a 4.68:1 contrast ratio on white and 4.48:1 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.