#6A89B5 Hex Color
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Dusty rather than bright, #6a89b5 is a muted blue with gray undertones and a matte finish. The hex code reads steady and honest, which suits finance, healthcare, and government design. It holds up best as a background or supporting tone, since it can look flat next to white. Black text passes AA on it at 5.9:1 contrast.
Questions about #6a89b5
What is #6a89b5 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #6a89b5 is rgb(106, 137, 181), in HSL hsl(215, 34%, 56%) and in CMYK 41%, 24%, 0%, 29%. Browse more shades of blue with names and hex codes.
What colors pair well with #6a89b5?
Warm, saturated accents give #6a89b5 energy, so try terracotta or mustard for highlights. For a quieter palette, pair it with charcoal and off-white neutrals.
Is #6a89b5 readable on white or black?
#6a89b5 has a 3.58:1 contrast ratio on white and 5.85:1 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.