#697EBC Hex Color
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Reach for #697ebc when a design needs a dependable mid-blue that won’t shout. This muted blue carries gray undertones and a matte finish, so it reads steady and understated. It works best as a supporting tone or background behind dark text, which clears WCAG AA at about 5.3:1 contrast. Pair it with warm terracotta to keep the palette from turning cold.
Questions about #697ebc
What is #697ebc in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #697ebc is rgb(105, 126, 188), in HSL hsl(225, 38%, 57%) and in CMYK 44%, 33%, 0%, 26%.
What colors pair well with #697ebc?
Warm earth tones like terracotta or burnt sienna balance its cool, dusty character. Cream and soft charcoal also work without flattening it.
Is #697ebc readable on white or black?
#697ebc has a 3.95:1 contrast ratio on white and 5.31:1 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.