#6E7B9E Hex Color
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#6e7b9e is a dusty, unsaturated blue with distinct gray undertones. This matte shade lacks intensity, making it useful as a neutral background or a supporting element in professional UI design. It pairs well with crisp whites or deep charcoals to ground the palette. Since black text provides excellent 5.0:1 contrast, the hex code #6e7b9e works reliably for readable, low-stress user interfaces.
Questions about #6e7b9e
What is #6e7b9e in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #6e7b9e is rgb(110, 123, 158), in HSL hsl(224, 20%, 53%) and in CMYK 30%, 22%, 0%, 38%.
What colors pair well with #6e7b9e for a professional palette?
This muted blue works best when grounded by high-contrast neutrals like charcoal or crisp whites. Because it lacks intense saturation, it acts as a stabilizing element that prevents more vibrant colors from overwhelming your interface design.
Is #6e7b9e suitable for text in user interfaces?
Yes, #6e7b9e maintains excellent readability when used as a background color against black or near-black text. It offers a 5.0:1 contrast ratio that ensures your content remains accessible while providing a softer, less jarring experience than pure white.
Is #6e7b9e readable on white or black?
#6e7b9e has a 4.20:1 contrast ratio on white and 4.98:1 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.