#6D84AD Hex Color
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#6d84ad is a muted, cool blue with gray undertones and a matte, dusty finish. Its restrained saturation creates a controlled, dependable feel. Use it as a supporting tone in finance, healthcare, government, or technology interfaces. Black text reads clearly against it at about 5.6:1 contrast. The hex code for this blue is #6d84ad.
Questions about #6d84ad
What is #6d84ad in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #6d84ad is rgb(109, 132, 173), in HSL hsl(218, 28%, 55%) and in CMYK 37%, 24%, 0%, 32%. Browse more shades of blue with names and hex codes.
Does #6d84ad read as a warm or cool blue?
#6d84ad reads as a cool blue because its blue channel is strongest and its gray undertones reduce warmth and saturation. The dusty matte quality keeps it restrained rather than vivid, making it suitable for calm interfaces and dependable visual systems.
What colors pair well with #6d84ad?
#6d84ad pairs well with white, charcoal, warm beige, and terracotta accents. Pale neutrals keep the palette calm, while a muted warm accent adds contrast without overwhelming the overall blue-gray base.
Is #6d84ad readable on white or black?
#6d84ad has a 3.78:1 contrast ratio on white and 5.55:1 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.