#6D89B6 Hex Color
Quiet blue with a dependable finish
Muted and cool, #6d89b6 is a medium-light blue with gray, ashy undertones and a matte finish. Its low saturation gives interfaces a steady, dependable feel, making it useful as a supporting background for finance, healthcare, technology, or government designs. Black text reaches about 5.9:1 contrast, meeting WCAG AA for body text. The hex code is #6d89b6.
Questions about #6d89b6
What is #6d89b6 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #6d89b6 is rgb(109, 137, 182), in HSL hsl(217, 33%, 57%) and in CMYK 40%, 25%, 0%, 29%.
How does #6d89b6 read, warm or cool?
The #6d89b6 hex color reads as a cool, muted blue because its gray, ashy undertones soften the hue and lower its saturation, creating a steady, dependable mood that suits restrained interfaces more than bright, energetic layouts.
What colors pair well with #6d89b6?
The #6d89b6 hex color pairs well with warm neutrals, cream, charcoal, and restrained terracotta accents, which balance its cool gray undertones without overwhelming its low-saturation character in interface palettes and brand systems.
Is #6d89b6 readable on white or black?
#6d89b6 has a 3.55:1 contrast ratio on white and 5.90:1 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.