COLOR
#4E5564
≈ Blackwater
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On white
Aa
7.48:1
Passes AAA
On black
Aa
2.34:1
Fails AA
Best text on this color
Aa#FFFFFF(7.48:1)
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Normal vision#4E5564
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Blackwater sits in the blue family. Pair it with warm accents — amber, coral or gold — to stop it feeling cold, or lean into its harmonies below for a ready-made scheme.
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Blackwater — meaning & where to use it
Blackwater is a rich, mid-toned blue — it reads as trustworthy, stable and professional. It's a natural fit for corporate, tech and financial brands, and dependable UI chrome. To keep it balanced, pair it with warm accents — amber, coral or gold — to stop it feeling cold.
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