#6A7288 Hex Color
Sophisticated muted blue with ashy undertones
This dusty, muted blue sits low on the saturation scale, offering a reserved and professional aesthetic. Because of its ashy undertones, #6a7288 works best as a steady background color rather than a main focal point. It pairs well with crisp whites or warm grays to avoid appearing muddy. The hex code #6a7288 is a practical choice for interfaces where readability is key, as it provides sufficient contrast for text.
Questions about #6a7288
What is #6a7288 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #6a7288 is rgb(106, 114, 136), in HSL hsl(224, 12%, 47%) and in CMYK 22%, 16%, 0%, 47%.
What design applications suit #6a7288 best?
Use #6a7288 as a reliable neutral background in professional interface designs where you need a steady, readable base. Its ashy character ensures it remains unobtrusive, allowing your primary accent colors or clean typography to take center stage without visual clutter.
Is #6a7288 readable on white or black?
#6a7288 has a 4.79:1 contrast ratio on white and 4.37:1 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.