#6A788B Hex Color
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This dusty blue-grey has low saturation, creating a stable, matte background. It reads as serious and understated. Because it offers a 4.7:1 contrast ratio, standard black text remains highly readable, making it a functional choice for UI layouts. The hex code for this shade is #6a788b. Pair it with soft cream or dark charcoal to keep the design from looking washed out.
Questions about #6a788b
What is #6a788b in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #6a788b is rgb(106, 120, 139), in HSL hsl(215, 13%, 48%) and in CMYK 24%, 14%, 0%, 45%.
What colors pair well with #6a788b?
Is #6a788b readable on white or black?
#6a788b has a 4.49:1 contrast ratio on white and 4.67:1 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.