#6D71BD Hex Color
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#6d71bd is a dusty, unsaturated indigo that reads as matte and cool. It lacks the punch of primary blues, making it a sophisticated choice for minimal UI backgrounds or structured brand elements. Because it maintains high enough contrast for black text, it works well for small body copy. Pair it with soft cream or charcoal for a grounded, modern aesthetic rather than using it alongside stark white.
Questions about #6d71bd
What is #6d71bd in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #6d71bd is rgb(109, 113, 189), in HSL hsl(237, 38%, 58%) and in CMYK 42%, 40%, 0%, 26%.
What color combinations work best with #6d71bd?
Is #6d71bd suitable for body text?
Yes, #6d71bd maintains enough contrast against light backgrounds to be used for body copy. Its unsaturated, matte quality makes it a softer, more modern alternative to standard black or navy text while remaining perfectly legible for users on screens.
Is #6d71bd readable on white or black?
#6d71bd has a 4.42:1 contrast ratio on white and 4.74:1 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.