#6B8E9B Hex Color
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This dusty, unsaturated cyan brings a matte, ashy finish to digital designs. Its muted character makes it an effective neutral base for UI backgrounds or corporate technology branding. Because #6b8e9b offers a solid 6.0:1 contrast ratio with black text, it provides excellent readability for body content. Pair it with charcoal or slate grays for a clean, understated look that avoids feeling washed out.
Questions about #6b8e9b
What is #6b8e9b in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #6b8e9b is rgb(107, 142, 155), in HSL hsl(196, 19%, 51%) and in CMYK 31%, 8%, 0%, 39%.
What colors pair best with #6b8e9b?
The muted nature of #6b8e9b creates a sophisticated palette when paired with charcoal or deep slate grays. For a more vibrant contrast, soft creams or warm off-whites provide a balanced, airy aesthetic that maintains professional readability.
Is #6b8e9b suitable for body text in web design?
While #6b8e9b offers a solid 6.0:1 contrast ratio against pure black, it functions best as a UI background or accent color. Using it for large headings or graphic elements preserves the integrity of your layout while ensuring the text remains legible.
Is #6b8e9b readable on white or black?
#6b8e9b has a 3.51:1 contrast ratio on white and 5.96:1 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.