#686D90 Hex Color
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Dusty and muted, this indigo sits closer to gray than blue. The hex code #686d90 is dim and matte, reading like a night sky or worn denim. Its low saturation makes it a steady supporting tone or dark interface background rather than a bold accent. Pair it with terracotta for warmth. White text passes AA on it at about 5.0:1 contrast.
Questions about #686d90
What is #686d90 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #686d90 is rgb(104, 109, 144), in HSL hsl(233, 16%, 49%) and in CMYK 28%, 24%, 0%, 44%.
What colors pair well with #686d90?
Warm earth tones flatter this cool indigo best. Try pairing it with terracotta or burgundy to offset its gray cast. Cream or pale sand also works when you want a softer, low-contrast palette.
Is #686d90 readable on white or black?
#686d90 has a 5.02:1 contrast ratio on white and 4.17:1 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.