#60879C Hex Color

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This dusty, cool blue reads as muted and matte. It lacks high saturation, making it a reliable background choice for professional or minimalist UI designs. The hex code for this shade is #60879c. Because it offers a 5.4:1 contrast ratio against black, it remains readable for small text, though it can feel washed out when paired directly with bright whites.

Questions about #60879c

What is #60879c in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #60879c is rgb(96, 135, 156), in HSL hsl(201, 24%, 49%) and in CMYK 38%, 13%, 0%, 39%.
What color schemes complement #60879c?
This muted blue pairs naturally with charcoal for strong, professional contrast or soft cream tones to maintain a minimalist aesthetic. Using monochromatic variants creates a clean, cohesive look for modern digital interfaces.
Is #60879c readable on white or black?
#60879c has a 3.85:1 contrast ratio on white and 5.44:1 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.