#6A96A1 Hex Color
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The hex code #6a96a1 is a muted cyan with cool blue-green undertones, dusty gray softness, and a matte, weathered feel. Its low saturation suggests calm, trust, and understated clarity, making it useful for UI backgrounds, communication tools, aerospace themes, or supporting elements. Use it as a measured base with darker text; black achieves about 6.5:1 contrast for readable body copy.
Questions about #6a96a1
What is #6a96a1 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #6a96a1 is rgb(106, 150, 161), in HSL hsl(192, 23%, 52%) and in CMYK 34%, 7%, 0%, 37%. Browse more shades of blue with names and hex codes.
What colors pair well with #6a96a1?
#6a96a1 pairs well with charcoal text and warm terracotta accents, which add contrast without overpowering its dusty blue-green base. Cream, muted brass, and soft navy can extend the palette while keeping the overall design restrained.
Is #6a96a1 readable on white or black?
#6a96a1 has a 3.23:1 contrast ratio on white and 6.49:1 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.