#618EAE Hex Color
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Dusty and highly desaturated, this blue offers a restrained, professional character. It works well as a reliable background choice for finance or tech interfaces where understated clarity matters. Black text remains legible on it, which meets contrast requirements. Avoid covering large areas if you need high energy, as the shade can feel flat. The hex code for this color is #618eae.
Questions about #618eae
What is #618eae in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #618eae is rgb(97, 142, 174), in HSL hsl(205, 32%, 53%) and in CMYK 44%, 18%, 0%, 32%.
What colors pair well with #618eae?
Because #618eae is highly desaturated, it pairs best with crisp neutrals like off-white or charcoal. For a more vibrant accent, use it alongside a warm terracotta or a muted mustard to create visual interest without overwhelming the professional tone.
Is #618eae readable on white or black?
#618eae has a 3.50:1 contrast ratio on white and 5.98:1 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.