#747CAC Hex Color
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A dusty, muted indigo, #747cac feels withdrawn and ashy. Its low saturation keeps the tone grounded, making it an effective choice for a supporting background or secondary UI element. Because this hex code maintains a contrast ratio of 5.2:1 against black, it remains readable while offering a softer, more sophisticated alternative to standard dark blue palettes. It pairs best with warm creams or desaturated stone grays.
Questions about #747cac
What is #747cac in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #747cac is rgb(116, 124, 172), in HSL hsl(231, 25%, 56%) and in CMYK 33%, 28%, 0%, 33%.
What colors pair well with #747cac?
This muted indigo works best when grounded by warm neutrals. Try pairing it with creamy off-whites or desaturated stone grays to highlight its ashy, withdrawn character. Avoid using high-saturation primaries, as they will likely clash with the dusty quality of this specific hue.
Is #747cac readable on white or black?
#747cac has a 4.02:1 contrast ratio on white and 5.22:1 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.