#6A85AD Hex Color
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Muted and cool, #6a85ad is a dusty blue with gray undertones and a matte, understated finish. Its low saturation gives interfaces a calm, dependable feel, making it a strong supporting tone for finance, healthcare, technology, and government branding. Use the hex code #6a85ad with black text for accessible body copy, reaching about a 5.6:1 contrast ratio.
Questions about #6a85ad
What is #6a85ad in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #6a85ad is rgb(106, 133, 173), in HSL hsl(216, 29%, 55%) and in CMYK 39%, 23%, 0%, 32%.
What colors pair well with #6a85ad?
#6a85ad pairs well with white, charcoal, cream, and muted terracotta accents. Its restrained saturation lets brighter accents stand out, while off-white and charcoal keep supporting palettes polished and easy to use.
Does #6a85ad feel warm or cool?
#6a85ad reads as a cool dusty blue because its blue base is softened by gray undertones rather than warm yellow or red. The low saturation gives it a matte, steady appearance that works well for calm, trustworthy interface backgrounds.
Is #6a85ad readable on white or black?
#6a85ad has a 3.76:1 contrast ratio on white and 5.57:1 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.