#747A86 Hex Color

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This dusty, ashy blue carries a desaturated weight that feels grounded and professional. Because #747a86 sits comfortably between cool blue and neutral grey, it works well as a supporting background tone for corporate finance or tech interfaces. Pair it with crisp white or charcoal for readability, as its 4.9:1 contrast ratio comfortably meets accessibility standards for small body text. The hex code is #747a86.

Questions about #747a86

What is #747a86 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #747a86 is rgb(116, 122, 134), in HSL hsl(220, 7%, 49%) and in CMYK 13%, 9%, 0%, 47%. Browse more shades of gray with names and hex codes.
What colors pair best with #747a86 for a professional palette?
#747a86 works exceptionally well when paired with crisp white for clean contrast, or with deep charcoal to reinforce its grounded, corporate feel. You can also introduce soft sand tones to warm the palette without losing that professional edge.
Is #747a86 a cool or warm color?
#747a86 sits firmly on the cool side of the spectrum, though its high grey content gives it a neutral, muted quality that prevents it from feeling overly chilly. It serves as an ideal bridge between standard blue and neutral grey.
Is #747a86 readable on white or black?
#747a86 has a 4.31:1 contrast ratio on white and 4.87:1 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.