#6D7696 Hex Color
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This muted, ashy indigo carries a dusty quality that reads as serious and understated. Because it is highly unsaturated, #6d7696 serves as an excellent neutral base for supporting elements in UI design. Pair it with soft cream or warm terracotta to prevent the palette from feeling too cold. It provides sufficient contrast for small black text, making it a reliable choice for accessible, professional interfaces.
Questions about #6d7696
What is #6d7696 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #6d7696 is rgb(109, 118, 150), in HSL hsl(227, 16%, 51%) and in CMYK 27%, 21%, 0%, 41%.
What color combinations work best with #6d7696?
This muted indigo works best when paired with contrasting warm neutrals like soft cream or terracotta. These pairings offset the coolness of #6d7696, creating a more balanced interface that feels professional rather than cold or overly clinical in its application.
Is #6d7696 readable on white or black?
#6d7696 has a 4.48:1 contrast ratio on white and 4.68:1 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.