#6A7297 Hex Color
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The hex code #6a7297 is a cold, dusty indigo with low saturation and a matte, ashy finish. Its restrained lightness brings calm, structure, and a hint of mystery to interfaces. Use it as a supporting tone with off-white, charcoal, or burgundy, though it can look muddy across large areas. White text reaches about 4.7:1 contrast for readable body copy.
Questions about #6a7297
What is #6a7297 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #6a7297 is rgb(106, 114, 151), in HSL hsl(229, 18%, 50%) and in CMYK 30%, 25%, 0%, 41%. Browse more shades of blue with names and hex codes.
What colors pair well with #6a7297?
#6a7297 pairs well with off-white for soft contrast, charcoal for structure, and a small burgundy accent that adds warmth without overpowering its subdued, spiritual mood in a restrained palette. Keep the burgundy limited to calls to action or fine details.
Is #6a7297 readable on white or black?
#6a7297 has a 4.70:1 contrast ratio on white and 4.46:1 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.