#737998 Hex Color
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#737998 is a dusty, unsaturated indigo that reads as a muted neutral. Because it lacks intensity, it serves best as a supporting background element rather than a bold focal point. This shade pairs well with soft creams or charcoal grays to maintain its understated character. Since it provides sufficient contrast for black text, it functions effectively for UI layouts where readability remains a priority.
Questions about #737998
What is #737998 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #737998 is rgb(115, 121, 152), in HSL hsl(230, 15%, 52%) and in CMYK 24%, 20%, 0%, 40%.
What colors pair best with #737998?
Pair #737998 with warm creams or deep charcoal to highlight its muted, sophisticated side. Because it functions as a neutral, it balances vibrant primary colors without overpowering them, making it a reliable choice for professional branding or interface layouts.
Is #737998 a good choice for UI backgrounds?
Use #737998 as a background for high-readability interfaces because it provides enough contrast for text while remaining softer than pure gray. It creates a calm, focused digital environment that feels modern and approachable without distracting the user from the actual content.
Is #737998 readable on white or black?
#737998 has a 4.27:1 contrast ratio on white and 4.91:1 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.