#6994CC Hex Color
A cool and steady muted blue
This muted, mid-tone blue carries a cool, professional edge, making it a reliable choice for corporate branding and UI design. Because it sits comfortably in the middle range of lightness, #6994cc works effectively as a secondary or accent color rather than a primary background. Pair it with crisp white or deep charcoal to maintain high legibility. The hex code for this color is #6994cc.
Questions about #6994cc
What is #6994cc in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #6994cc is rgb(105, 148, 204), in HSL hsl(214, 49%, 61%) and in CMYK 49%, 27%, 0%, 20%. Browse more shades of blue with names and hex codes.
What colors pair well with #6994cc in design?
#6994cc acts as a strong, stable anchor that pairs best with high-contrast neutrals like charcoal or crisp white. For a more sophisticated palette, try pairing this muted blue with soft beige to add warmth without overwhelming its cool professional tone.
Is #6994cc readable on white or black?
#6994cc has a 3.13:1 contrast ratio on white and 6.70:1 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.