#4E7493 Hex Color
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This dusty, muted blue carries a matte quality that feels grounded and professional. Because it lacks high saturation, #4e7493 functions best as a supporting background element rather than a bright focal point. It pairs well with crisp white text, which meets accessibility standards for readable body copy. Use this hex code for UI projects that require a sense of understated security or calm corporate branding.
Questions about #4e7493
What is #4e7493 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #4e7493 is rgb(78, 116, 147), in HSL hsl(207, 31%, 44%) and in CMYK 47%, 21%, 0%, 42%. Browse more shades of blue with names and hex codes.
Which colors create a harmonious palette with #4e7493?
Because #4e7493 has a dusty, unsaturated quality, it pairs best with crisp white for clean contrast or a soft charcoal for a more professional, grounded look. You can also accent it with subtle pops of muted orange to create a balanced, complementary scheme.
Is #4e7493 readable on white or black?
#4e7493 has a 4.94:1 contrast ratio on white and 4.24:1 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.