#496BB6 color code insights

All the conversions, harmonies, and accessibility checks you need to design with confidence.

RGB:rgb(73, 107, 182)

HSL:hsl(221, 43%, 50%)

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HEX

#496BB6

RGB

73, 107, 182

HSL

221°, 43%, 50%

HSV

221°, 60%, 71%

CMYK

60%, 41%, 0%, 29%

Color Conversion

Generate values across multiple color models in one place.

HEXHue (221°)Saturation (43%)Lightness (50%)

#496BB6

≈≈ Steel Blue

Reference color cards

Lower ΔE means a closer visual match

Tints & shades

Explore how #496BB6 behaves when you mix it with white or black. These swatches are perfect for hover states, shadows, and backgrounds.

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Shades

0–100%

0%#496BB6

10%#4161A4

20%#3A5692

30%#334B80

40%#2C406D

50%#24365B

60%#1D2B49

70%#162037

80%#0F1524

90%#070B12

100%#000000

Tints

0–100%

0%#496BB6

10%#5B7ABE

20%#6D89C5

30%#7F98CC

40%#92A6D3

50%#A4B5DB

60%#B6C4E2

70%#C8D3E9

80%#DBE1F0

90%#EDF0F8

100%#FFFFFF

Common use cases

UI component states (hover, active, disabled)
Creating depth with shadows and highlights
Building consistent color systems

Design system

Design system tip

These variations form the foundation of a cohesive palette. Export them to keep marketing, product, and engineering aligned.

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Color harmonies

Build balanced palettes instantly with harmonies generated from #496BB6.

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How to use

Pick one dominant color, then let supporting hues act as accents for typography, surfaces, and call-to-action buttons.

Why it matters

Balanced harmonies communicate intent—calm, energetic, premium—without overwhelming your layout.

Complementary

Opposite hues that create impact and bold contrast.

Best for

High-impact CTAs, logos, and hero sections

Analogous

Neighboring hues for natural, fluid gradients.

Best for

Nature-inspired, calming dashboards

Triadic

Three evenly spaced hues for playful balance.

Best for

Playful branding and editorial layouts

Tetradic

Two complementary pairs that deliver rich variety.

Best for

Illustrations and marketing experiments

Monochromatic

Lighter and darker siblings inside the same hue family.

Best for

Minimalist interfaces and premium UI states

Accessibility contrast

Check how readable #496BB6 is with common text colors so every visitor enjoys a clear experience.

Use AA as the baseline for body copy and AAA for premium accessibility.

Sample text on black text

Text color#000000

Background#496BB6

Contrast ratio4.06:1

WCAG levelFail

Sample text on white text

Text color#FFFFFF

Background#496BB6

Contrast ratio5.17:1

WCAG levelAA

Recommended text preview

Text color#FFFFFF

Background#496BB6

Contrast ratio5.17:1

WCAG levelAA

Technical Formats

Unlock pro color spaces like XYZ, LAB, CMYK variants, and export-ready profiles.

Practical Formats

Get print simulations, LED mappings, and developer-ready byte orders.

Color Analysis

Dive into spectral data, dominance reports, and advanced analytics.

Blindness Simulator

Preview how #496BB6 appears across common color-vision deficiencies.

Creative Aspects

Explore seasonal associations, emotional cues, and natural occurrences.

Design guidance

Balance

Treat #496BB6 as a highlight. Pair it with neutrals and one supporting hue to avoid visual overload.

Contrast

Test combinations with real content. Higher contrast improves scanning, readability, and conversions.

Harmony

Use lighter tints for surfaces, the base color for primaries, and darker shades for hover or pressed states.

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