#6A6970 Hex Color
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This ashy violet is a desaturated, dusty tone defined by a strong grey base. Because it sits at a mid-range lightness, it provides a grounded alternative to neutral greys. The hex code #6a6970 offers enough contrast for white text, making it a reliable choice for UI backgrounds. Use it to add structure to luxury branding or dark mode interfaces without overwhelming the design.
Questions about #6a6970
What is #6a6970 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #6a6970 is rgb(106, 105, 112), in HSL hsl(249, 3%, 43%) and in CMYK 5%, 6%, 0%, 56%.
What colors pair effectively with #6a6970?
Is #6a6970 readable on white or black?
#6a6970 has a 5.42:1 contrast ratio on white and 3.86:1 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.