#688EAB Hex Color
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#688eab is a muted, cool blue with gray, ashy undertones and a matte, slightly bleak finish. Its low saturation suggests control and reliability, making it a strong supporting tone for finance, healthcare, security, and technology interfaces. The hex code #688eab supports black body text at about 6.0:1 contrast, while off-white accents can look washed out.
Questions about #688eab
What is #688eab in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #688eab is rgb(104, 142, 171), in HSL hsl(206, 29%, 54%) and in CMYK 39%, 17%, 0%, 33%.
Does #688eab work with black or white text?
Black text on #688eab reaches about a 6:1 contrast ratio, making it the safer default, while off-white text can appear washed out and should be checked carefully for readable interface labels and body copy.
What colors pair well with #688eab?
Pair #688eab with charcoal or navy for a restrained, dependable palette, or add a terracotta accent to introduce warmth while preserving its cool gray undertone and controlled, low-saturation feel in the overall palette.
Does #688eab read as warm or cool?
#688eab reads as a cool blue because its blue base is softened by gray, ashy undertones rather than warm yellow or red tones, giving it a restrained appearance across typical digital interfaces.
Is #688eab readable on white or black?
#688eab has a 3.47:1 contrast ratio on white and 6.04:1 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.