#747793 Hex Color

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This dusty, desaturated indigo brings a sense of stoic order to visual projects. Because of its muted character, the hex code #747793 functions best as a supporting background rather than a primary accent. It offers enough contrast for legible black text, making it a reliable choice for UI design. Pair it with warm creams or off-whites to prevent the composition from feeling too clinical or bleak.

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What is #747793 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?

In RGB, #747793 is rgb(116, 119, 147), in HSL hsl(234, 13%, 52%) and in CMYK 21%, 19%, 0%, 42%.

What colors pair best with #747793?

To keep the composition from feeling too clinical, pair #747793 with warm neutrals like cream or ivory. For more contrast, it also works well alongside muted terracotta accents, which provide a balanced, earthy warmth that complements the stoic, cool tone of the indigo.

Is #747793 readable on white or black?

#747793 has a 4.37:1 contrast ratio on white and 4.80:1 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.

#747793 Hex Color

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