#616782 Hex Color
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This muted indigo feels ashy and dusty, carrying a grounded, almost melancholy weight. Because #616782 is so unsaturated, it works best as a moody background or a supporting neutral rather than an accent. It pairs well with crisp white text, which maintains high legibility. Avoid using it alongside other muddy tones, as it can quickly lose definition and look washed out.
Questions about #616782
What is #616782 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #616782 is rgb(97, 103, 130), in HSL hsl(229, 15%, 45%) and in CMYK 25%, 21%, 0%, 49%.
What colors pair best with #616782?
Because #616782 is quite muted, it pairs best with high-contrast, clean neutrals like crisp white or light cream to maintain legibility. Avoid pairing it with other muddy or dark tones, as the lack of definition can make the combination look washed out.
Does #616782 read as a warm or cool tone?
#616782 sits firmly in the cool range, carrying the distinct blue-violet characteristics of indigo. Its desaturated, ashy quality cools it down further, giving it a calm and slightly somber presence that feels stable rather than energetic.
Is #616782 readable on white or black?
#616782 has a 5.56:1 contrast ratio on white and 3.77:1 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.