#737E8F Hex Color
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This dusty, muted blue sits comfortably between steel grey and a classic slate. Because it carries a desaturated, matte quality, #737e8f works best as a supporting background rather than a main feature. It provides enough contrast to support small black text while remaining professional and reliable. Pair it with soft cream or warm terracotta to balance its inherently cool, somber temperature.
Questions about #737e8f
What is #737e8f in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #737e8f is rgb(115, 126, 143), in HSL hsl(216, 11%, 51%) and in CMYK 20%, 12%, 0%, 44%. Browse more shades of gray with names and hex codes.
Where should I use the #737e8f color in my design?
#737e8f functions best as a neutral, supporting background rather than a primary focal point. Its matte, desaturated quality allows it to anchor busy layouts without competing for attention, making it an excellent choice for headers, sidebars, or subtle section separators.
What colors pair well with #737e8f?
This steel blue balances beautifully against warm, earthy tones like terracotta or soft, creamy whites. By introducing these warmer elements, you counteract the inherently cool, somber temperature of #737e8f, creating a sophisticated and grounded visual contrast that feels intentional rather than cold.
Is #737e8f readable on white or black?
#737e8f has a 4.10:1 contrast ratio on white and 5.10:1 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.