#61718E Hex Color
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This muted blue carries a dusty, ashy quality that feels grounded and secure. Because it lacks high saturation, designers often select it for backgrounds in finance, law, or tech industries where reliability is key. The shade projects an understated authority without causing visual distraction. The hex code #61718e provides a solid base for interfaces that need to feel serious and established.
Questions about #61718e
What is #61718e in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #61718e is rgb(97, 113, 142), in HSL hsl(219, 19%, 47%) and in CMYK 32%, 20%, 0%, 44%.
What design context suits this muted blue?
This color excels in industries requiring trust and reliability, such as law, finance, and technology. Its low saturation provides an understated authority that keeps users focused without the visual distraction of brighter, more intense blues.
Is #61718e readable on white or black?
#61718e has a 4.92:1 contrast ratio on white and 4.26:1 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.