#4E7D9F Hex Color
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The hex code #4e7d9f identifies an ashy, dusty blue with cool undertones and moderate lightness. Its muted finish suggests trust and reliability without feeling severe, making it useful for finance, technology, healthcare, and government interfaces. Use it as a supporting tone beside deep navy or warm terracotta; black text reaches about 4.8:1 contrast, enough for WCAG AA body text.
Questions about #4e7d9f
What is #4e7d9f in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #4e7d9f is rgb(78, 125, 159), in HSL hsl(205, 34%, 46%) and in CMYK 51%, 21%, 0%, 38%.
Does #4e7d9f read as a warm or cool color?
#4e7d9f reads as a cool blue because its gray, low-saturation appearance keeps the color restrained rather than lively. That coolness supports dependable branding for security, accounting, healthcare, and technology, especially when paired with warmer neutrals for balance.
Is #4e7d9f readable on white or black?
#4e7d9f has a 4.41:1 contrast ratio on white and 4.75:1 on black. WCAG asks for 4.5:1 for body text and 3:1 for large text, so on white it works only for large text (24px, or 18.5px bold) and on black it works for body text. Try other pairs in the contrast checker.