#4E7490 Hex Color
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#4e7490 is a muted, matte blue with ashy gray undertones and a cool, low-saturation finish. Its restrained character suggests trust, control, and reliability without feeling corporate or harsh. Use it as a supporting tone in finance, healthcare, technology, or government interfaces. White text reaches about 5.0:1 contrast, enough for WCAG AA body text. The hex code is #4e7490.
Questions about #4e7490
What is #4e7490 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #4e7490 is rgb(78, 116, 144), in HSL hsl(205, 30%, 44%) and in CMYK 46%, 19%, 0%, 44%. Browse more shades of blue with names and hex codes.
What colors pair well with #4e7490?
#4e7490 pairs well with charcoal for a restrained interface, warm cream for softer contrast, and muted terracotta for a controlled accent that adds warmth without overpowering its dusty blue character.
Is #4e7490 readable on white or black?
#4e7490 has a 4.97:1 contrast ratio on white and 4.22:1 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.