#4C7375 Hex Color
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This muted, dusty cyan leans into a grayish undertone that feels grounded rather than bright. Because #4c7375 is heavily desaturated, it functions best as a supporting element or calm background for tech interfaces rather than a primary focus. Pair it with soft cream or warm off-white for better readability. The hex code for this ashy shade is #4c7375, which meets accessibility standards for body text when used with white.
Questions about #4c7375
What is #4c7375 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #4c7375 is rgb(76, 115, 117), in HSL hsl(183, 21%, 38%) and in CMYK 35%, 2%, 0%, 54%.
What colors pair well with #4c7375?
This muted cyan pairs exceptionally well with warm, creamy neutrals or off-white to maintain high readability. Because the tone is desaturated, it avoids overwhelming the viewer, making it an excellent choice for calm interface backgrounds or soft branding elements.
Is #4c7375 readable on white or black?
#4c7375 has a 5.22:1 contrast ratio on white and 4.01:1 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.