#73849B Hex Color
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This dusty, unsaturated blue carries an ashy undertone that feels grounded and professional. Because it is highly muted, #73849b functions best as a neutral supporting color in UI design rather than a primary focus. Pair it with crisp off-whites to avoid a washed-out appearance. It provides enough contrast for readable text, making it a reliable choice for corporate backgrounds and interface elements requiring a serious, steady atmosphere.
Questions about #73849b
What is #73849b in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #73849b is rgb(115, 132, 155), in HSL hsl(214, 17%, 53%) and in CMYK 26%, 15%, 0%, 39%. Browse more shades of blue with names and hex codes.
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Is #73849b suitable for body text on a white background?
Using #73849b for body text requires caution because its low saturation can reduce contrast against standard white backgrounds. It serves better as a secondary text color or for UI components like borders, icons, or subtle background fills in professional layouts.
Is #73849b readable on white or black?
#73849b has a 3.81:1 contrast ratio on white and 5.50:1 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.