#748A93 Hex Color
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This dusty blue sits between cyan and grey, offering a muted, matte aesthetic that feels grounded and understated. Because of its desaturated character, #748a93 works best as a supporting background element rather than a dominant color. Pair it with crisp white or dark charcoal to maintain visual clarity. The hex code for this ashy shade is #748a93, which supports black text comfortably for readable UI design.
Questions about #748a93
What is #748a93 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #748a93 is rgb(116, 138, 147), in HSL hsl(197, 13%, 52%) and in CMYK 21%, 6%, 0%, 42%.
What colors pair well with #748a93?
Because #748a93 sits in a muted, desaturated space, it functions best as a stabilizing base for high-contrast accents. Pair it with crisp white for modern readability or use deep charcoal to ground the palette and add professional weight.
Is #748a93 considered a cool or warm color?
This shade is distinctly cool, carrying strong blue-grey undertones that evoke a calming, atmospheric mood. It lacks the heat of warm neutrals, making it a reliable choice for designs that need to feel quiet, airy, and professional.
Is #748a93 readable on white or black?
#748a93 has a 3.62:1 contrast ratio on white and 5.79:1 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.