#6C80A4 Hex Color

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#6c80a4 is a muted, ashy blue with cool gray undertones and a matte, dusty finish. Its low saturation creates a restrained sense of calm, trust, and control. The hex code #6c80a4 suits supporting roles in finance, healthcare, security, and technology interfaces. Black text reaches about 5.3:1 contrast, while white can feel weak.

Questions about #6c80a4

What is #6c80a4 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #6c80a4 is rgb(108, 128, 164), in HSL hsl(219, 24%, 53%) and in CMYK 34%, 22%, 0%, 36%.
What colors pair well with #6c80a4?
#6c80a4 pairs well with charcoal, muted burgundy, and warm off-white, which add structure or gentle contrast without overpowering its dusty blue base. Use burgundy sparingly for calls to action or small accents.
Is #6c80a4 readable on white or black?
#6c80a4 has a 3.99:1 contrast ratio on white and 5.26:1 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.