#606594 Hex Color
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Bleak and dusty, #606594 carries an ashy, unsaturated quality that feels grounded rather than bright. This muted indigo works best as a steady background or supporting base for tech-focused designs. It maintains excellent readability with white text, offering a contrast ratio of 5.5:1. The hex code #606594 provides a professional, stable structure for interfaces needing a subdued yet sophisticated palette.
Questions about #606594
What is #606594 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #606594 is rgb(96, 101, 148), in HSL hsl(234, 21%, 48%) and in CMYK 35%, 32%, 0%, 42%.
What color palettes work best with #606594?
To balance the ashy, unsaturated nature of #606594, pair it with crisp off-white or light slate grays. For a more dynamic tech aesthetic, introducing a subtle mint or warm terracotta accent can effectively break up the monochromatic stability.
Is #606594 readable on white or black?
#606594 has a 5.54:1 contrast ratio on white and 3.78:1 on black. WCAG asks for 4.5:1 for body text and 3:1 for large text, so on white it works for body text and on black it works only for large text (24px, or 18.5px bold). Try other pairs in the contrast checker.