slategray

#496C88

Cool

UI Preview

Pro

Conversions

RGB73, 108, 136
CMYK46, 21, 0, 47
HSL207°, 30%, 41%
LAB44, -7, -20
Closest Library Match
slate-50094% Match

Readability

5.54On WhitePASS AA
3.78On BlackFAIL

For optimal readability, use White text on this background.

Magic Gradients

subtle
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vibrant
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rich
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About #496C88

The hexadecimal color code #496C88 is a medium, muted shade of Cyan (known as slategray). In the RGB color model, #496C88 is comprised of 73 red, 108 green, and 136 blue. In the HSL color space, which is often used in digital design and color grading, it has a hue of 207 degrees, a saturation of 30%, and a lightness of 41%. This color has an approximate wavelength of 506 nm. The closest web-safe color is often utilized in web design, user interfaces (UI), and vector graphics to create muted Cyan atmospheres. Designers searching for Cyan color schemes often pair this with its complementary color or use it as an accent against neutral backgrounds. It is commonly used in digital design for backgrounds, typography, and accent elements. When paired with its complementary color in the palette below, it creates a high-contrast visual hierarchy. Engineers can implement this color using the CSS hex code #496C88.

Vision Simulation

ProtanopiaRed-blind
DeuteranopiaGreen-blind
TritanopiaBlue-blind