#6A7C7B Hex Color
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This muted, ashy cyan carries a heavy dose of grey that keeps it grounded and matte. Because it sits comfortably between blue and green, #6a7c7b functions as a sophisticated neutral base rather than a vibrant pop of color. It pairs best with crisp white for modern UI layouts, as the contrast ratio is sufficient for small, legible body text.
Questions about #6a7c7b
What is #6a7c7b in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #6a7c7b is rgb(106, 124, 123), in HSL hsl(177, 8%, 45%) and in CMYK 15%, 0%, 1%, 51%.
How should I use #6a7c7b in interface design?
#6a7c7b functions best as a sophisticated background neutral or a muted accent color. Because it is highly readable against white, it serves as an excellent base for modern dashboard interfaces or clean, minimalist web layouts that require professional depth.
Does #6a7c7b read as a warm or cool color?
This color leans decidedly cool due to its blue-green base, though it carries a significant amount of grey that neutralizes its vibrancy. This makes #6a7c7b feel calm and steady rather than cold or harsh, allowing it to pair comfortably with warm white or soft charcoal tones.
Is #6a7c7b readable on white or black?
#6a7c7b has a 4.39:1 contrast ratio on white and 4.78:1 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.