#6C7A8A Hex Color
Muted blue with steady restraint
#6c7a8a is a muted, ashy blue with a matte finish and almost-gray depth. Its low saturation creates a steady, controlled mood that suits security, finance, healthcare, and technology interfaces. Use this hex code as a supporting tone beside white, charcoal, or warm sand. Black text reaches about 4.8:1 contrast, enough for WCAG AA body text.
Questions about #6c7a8a
What is #6c7a8a in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #6c7a8a is rgb(108, 122, 138), in HSL hsl(212, 12%, 48%) and in CMYK 22%, 12%, 0%, 46%.
What colors pair well with #6c7a8a?
#6c7a8a pairs well with warm sand and muted terracotta because those warmer accents soften its cool gray cast while preserving the restrained, dependable mood that suits interfaces, editorial layouts, and professional branding. Use terracotta sparingly for emphasis; sand or off-white can support larger surfaces.
Is #6c7a8a readable on white or black?
#6c7a8a has a 4.38:1 contrast ratio on white and 4.78:1 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.