#607D8B Hex Color
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This ashy, dusty blue reads as highly desaturated and matte, making it a reliable choice for corporate or professional interfaces. Because it leans neutral, #607d8b functions well as a background anchor rather than an accent. It pairs unexpectedly well with warm terracotta or soft apricot tones to offset its cool, clinical nature. The hex code for this color is #607d8b, which offers sufficient contrast for standard black body text.
Questions about #607d8b
What is #607d8b in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #607d8b is rgb(96, 125, 139), in HSL hsl(200, 18%, 46%) and in CMYK 31%, 10%, 0%, 45%.
What colors pair well with #607d8b?
#607d8b creates a stable, neutral base that shines when paired with warm, organic accents. Try using it alongside terracotta or soft apricot tones to add a necessary splash of heat that prevents the design from feeling too clinical.
Is #607d8b a good choice for text-heavy interfaces?
Yes, #607d8b provides sufficient contrast for standard black body text while feeling more approachable than pure gray. Its muted, low-saturation nature reduces eye strain during long periods of reading, making it an excellent candidate for secondary UI elements or subtle sidebar backgrounds.
Is #607d8b readable on white or black?
#607d8b has a 4.37:1 contrast ratio on white and 4.80:1 on black. WCAG asks for 4.5:1 for body text and 3:1 for large text, so on white it works only for large text (24px, or 18.5px bold) and on black it works for body text. Try other pairs in the contrast checker.