#4C6C8C Hex Color
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#4c6c8c is a muted, matte blue with ashy gray undertones and a cool, inky cast. Its low saturation gives interfaces a calm, dependable feel without drawing too much attention. The hex code #4c6c8c works well as a supporting tone for finance, security, healthcare, and technology. White text reaches about 5.5:1 contrast, enough for WCAG AA body text.
Questions about #4c6c8c
What is #4c6c8c in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #4c6c8c is rgb(76, 108, 140), in HSL hsl(210, 30%, 42%) and in CMYK 46%, 23%, 0%, 45%. Browse more shades of blue with names and hex codes.
What colors pair well with #4c6c8c?
#4c6c8c pairs well with off-white, charcoal, and muted burgundy, creating a restrained palette with enough warmth and contrast for editorial layouts, finance interfaces, and identity systems that need a serious tone without feeling completely cold or severe.
Is #4c6c8c readable on white or black?
#4c6c8c has a 5.48:1 contrast ratio on white and 3.83:1 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.