#6D6EA1 Hex Color
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This dusty, unsaturated indigo feels cool and grounded, avoiding the intensity of primary blues. Its matte quality makes it an excellent choice for calm UI backgrounds or moody branding. Because it is darker and desaturated, pair it with soft whites or warm greys to maintain readability. The hex code for this subdued shade is #6d6ea1.
Questions about #6d6ea1
What is #6d6ea1 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #6d6ea1 is rgb(109, 110, 161), in HSL hsl(239, 22%, 53%) and in CMYK 32%, 32%, 0%, 37%.
What colors pair well with #6d6ea1?
#6d6ea1 works best when balanced against light, neutral tones to maintain its moody character without feeling heavy. Try pairing it with crisp off-white or soft warm-grey to keep text readable while letting the indigo depth stand out in your interface design.
Does #6d6ea1 lean warm or cool?
This shade leans firmly into the cool spectrum, carrying the quiet, reserved energy typical of desaturated indigos. Because it lacks intense warmth, it naturally recedes in visual layouts, making it an excellent choice for background elements that need to remain unobtrusive yet stylish.
Is #6d6ea1 readable on white or black?
#6d6ea1 has a 4.77:1 contrast ratio on white and 4.39:1 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 only for large text (24px, or 18.5px bold). Try other pairs in the contrast checker.