#6A7BA7 Hex Color
Dusty blue with steady poise
A muted, cool blue with gray undertones, #6a7ba7 has a matte, dusty quality that feels controlled and dependable. The hex code #6a7ba7 works well as a supporting tone for finance, technology, healthcare, and government interfaces. Pair it with warm ivory for contrast; black text reaches about 5.0:1, suitable for WCAG AA body text.
Questions about #6a7ba7
What is #6a7ba7 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #6a7ba7 is rgb(106, 123, 167), in HSL hsl(223, 26%, 54%) and in CMYK 37%, 26%, 0%, 35%. Browse more shades of blue with names and hex codes.
What colors pair well with #6a7ba7?
Warm ivory creates clean contrast, while charcoal adds a grounded text option and muted terracotta introduces restrained warmth. These pairings preserve the blue’s calm character without making the palette feel cold.
Is #6a7ba7 warm or cool?
#6a7ba7 reads as a cool blue because its blue component is stronger than its red and green values, while the gray undertone softens its intensity. It feels composed and dependable rather than bright or energetic.
Is #6a7ba7 readable on white or black?
#6a7ba7 has a 4.19:1 contrast ratio on white and 5.00:1 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.