#6B7681 Hex Color
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This muted, ashy blue strikes a balance between professional restraint and modern minimalism. Because #6b7681 is low in saturation, it functions best as a neutral base or supporting element in corporate UI, where it projects reliability without shouting. Pair it with crisp white text to meet accessibility standards, as the contrast ratio is exactly 4.6:1. Avoid using it as a primary accent color, as it can appear muddy.
Questions about #6b7681
What is #6b7681 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #6b7681 is rgb(107, 118, 129), in HSL hsl(210, 9%, 46%) and in CMYK 17%, 9%, 0%, 49%.
What is the best way to use #6b7681 in UI design?
Use #6b7681 as a neutral supporting element rather than a primary accent to keep designs professional. Because it is desaturated and ashy, it pairs effectively with crisp white text to maintain high readability while signaling reliability and restraint.
Is #6b7681 readable on white or black?
#6b7681 has a 4.63:1 contrast ratio on white and 4.53:1 on black. WCAG asks for 4.5:1 for body text and 3:1 for large text, so on white it works for body text and on black it works for body text. Try other pairs in the contrast checker.