#493AB6
A medium, moderate blue closely aligning with Slateblue.
About #493AB6
The hex code #493AB6 represents a beautifully specific shade of blue. If you're using CSS, you might find it aligns closely with Slateblue. To achieve this exact tint on a monitor, you would use an RGB mix of 73, 58, and 182.
If you are designing for print, the four-color process is what matters most. Its ink density profile breaks down to 60% cyan, 68% magenta, 0% yellow, and 29% black. Always request a physical proof before doing a large print run with this exact code.
From a UX and accessibility standpoint, contrast is paramount. To prevent eye strain, #FFFFFF text pairs best with this hex code. Be sure to check our contrast matrix below to see exactly how it performs against common backgrounds.