#606696 Hex Color
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This dusty, muted indigo offers a matte finish that reads as cool and understated. Because #606696 carries a desaturated quality, it avoids looking too bright, making it an excellent choice for calm UI backgrounds. Pair it with soft cream or warm gray to ground its airy tone. It provides enough contrast to support white body text, ensuring legibility across your interface designs.
Questions about #606696
What is #606696 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #606696 is rgb(96, 102, 150), in HSL hsl(233, 22%, 48%) and in CMYK 36%, 32%, 0%, 41%.
What colors pair well with the #606696 indigo shade?
Is #606696 suitable for use as a background in UI design?
Yes, #606696 is an excellent choice for UI backgrounds because its desaturated, matte finish prevents the screen from feeling too bright or overwhelming. It provides a stable, professional base that comfortably supports white or light-toned body text while maintaining interface legibility.
Is #606696 readable on white or black?
#606696 has a 5.47:1 contrast ratio on white and 3.83:1 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.