#6D7BAD Hex Color
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This dusty indigo carries a cool, unsaturated quality that feels both professional and restrained. Because of its muted character, #6d7bad functions best as a grounding neutral rather than a vibrant pop. It pairs unexpectedly well with warm terracotta or soft apricot tones to balance its natural chill. Since it offers sufficient contrast for readability, use this hex code for clean UI backgrounds or supporting brand elements.
Questions about #6d7bad
What is #6d7bad in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #6d7bad is rgb(109, 123, 173), in HSL hsl(227, 28%, 55%) and in CMYK 37%, 29%, 0%, 32%. Browse more shades of blue with names and hex codes.
What colors pair well with #6d7bad?
#6d7bad acts as a stable, cool-toned neutral that benefits from the warmth of opposing shades. Try pairing it with terracotta or soft apricot to create a sophisticated balance between the cool indigo base and vibrant, earthy highlights.
Is #6d7bad suitable for text in UI design?
#6d7bad offers moderate contrast levels but should be tested carefully against background colors for accessibility compliance. It functions best as a supportive element or secondary brand color rather than primary body text, ensuring readability remains high for all users.
Is #6d7bad readable on white or black?
#6d7bad has a 4.12:1 contrast ratio on white and 5.08:1 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.