#6977A7 Hex Color
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#6977a7 is a dusty, unsaturated indigo with a distinctly cool, matte quality. Its muted character makes it an ideal choice for UI backgrounds where a neutral but serious tone is required. Because it meets WCAG AA standards for contrast with black text, it functions well for readable body copy. Pair this shade with soft creams or warm grays to prevent the color from appearing too flat in professional layouts.
Questions about #6977a7
What is #6977a7 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #6977a7 is rgb(105, 119, 167), in HSL hsl(226, 26%, 53%) and in CMYK 37%, 29%, 0%, 35%.
What colors pair best with #6977a7?
To prevent #6977a7 from appearing too flat, pair it with warm neutrals like cream or warm gray. These softer, light-toned companions highlight the cool, dusty undertones of the indigo while creating a sophisticated, high-contrast professional palette.
Is #6977a7 readable on white or black?
#6977a7 has a 4.37:1 contrast ratio on white and 4.79:1 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.