#747A8A Hex Color

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Abandoned Spaceship color codes graphic
Abandoned Spaceship is a dusty, matte blue with strong grey undertones. Because it sits in a muted mid-tone range, it functions best as a stabilizing background rather than a main accent. It pairs well with crisp, warm whites to avoid appearing too muddy. Black text remains legible against this hex code, #747a8a, making it a reliable choice for UI components in professional or corporate interfaces.

About Abandoned Spaceship

Old hull metal under an overcast sky

What does abandoned spaceship mean?

Muted blue-greys like this one commonly evoke weathered metal, fog, and stillness, and often read as quiet, withdrawn, or understated. Low saturation keeps it matte and dusty, while the medium darkness gives it a heavy, grounded, almost airless stillness.

Where you see abandoned spaceship

  • galvanized steel fencing
  • storm clouds
  • worn denim jackets
  • concrete parking structures
  • overcast ocean water
  • old typewriter bodies

What it works for

It works well for moody interfaces, muted backgrounds, utilitarian product design, and layered into cold, desaturated palettes.

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Questions about Abandoned Spaceship

What is the hex code for Abandoned Spaceship?
Abandoned Spaceship is #747a8a. In RGB that is rgb(116, 122, 138), in HSL hsl(224, 9%, 50%) and in CMYK 16%, 12%, 0%, 46%.
Does #747a8a Abandoned Spaceship read as a warm or cool color?
Abandoned Spaceship is a distinctly cool-toned shade because of its strong blue and grey base. While it lacks intense vibrancy, it feels professional and restrained, making it a reliable choice for corporate interfaces that require a stable, non-distracting visual anchor.
Is Abandoned Spaceship readable on white or black?
Abandoned Spaceship has a 4.29:1 contrast ratio on white and 4.89:1 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.