#695D7E Hex Color

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Muted and dusty, #695d7e is a desaturated violet with deep, cool gray undertones. This shade lacks high chroma, making it an excellent candidate for matte UI backgrounds that require a sense of order. With a 6.1:1 contrast ratio against white text, it maintains readability while keeping a somber, understated mood. The hex code #695d7e works best as a dominant base for minimalist, professional branding palettes.

Questions about #695d7e

What is #695d7e in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #695d7e is rgb(105, 93, 126), in HSL hsl(262, 15%, 43%) and in CMYK 17%, 26%, 0%, 51%. Browse more shades of purple with names and hex codes.
What colors pair well with #695d7e?
#695d7e works best when paired with neutral, lighter tones like cream or soft off-white to maintain its minimalist aesthetic. For contrast, it also complements desaturated sage green or cooler slate blues without disrupting its professional, understated mood.
Is #695d7e readable on white or black?
#695d7e has a 6.05:1 contrast ratio on white and 3.46:1 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.